n.血管紧张肽；血管紧张（缩）素

Angiotensin II stimulates vasoconstriction, causing blood vessels to narrow and blood pressure to rise.
血管紧张素II会刺激血管收缩，使得血管变窄，血压升高。
The angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors are widely used in treating hypertension.
血管紧张素转化酶抑制剂在高血压的治疗中被广泛应用。
Angiotensin II also plays a crucial role in regulating fluid balance in the body.
血管紧张素II还在调节体内液体平衡中发挥关键作用。
Activation of the renin-angiotensin system can lead to the development of fibrosis in organs like the lungs and kidneys.
肾素-血管紧张素系统激活可能导致肺和肾脏等器官出现纤维化。
Angiotensin II receptors are found on various cell types throughout the body, influencing blood pressure and other physiological processes.
血管紧张素II受体遍布全身各类细胞，影响血压和其他生理过程。
The use of angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) is an alternative to ACE inhibitors for those with heart failure or kidney disease.
对于心脏衰竭或肾病患者，血管紧张素受体拮抗剂是ACE抑制剂的替代选择。
Angiotensinogen, the precursor to angiotensin II, is produced primarily by the liver.
血管紧张素原，即血管紧张素II的前体，主要由肝脏产生。
Angiotensin II-induced oxidative stress contributes to the pathogenesis of several cardiovascular diseases.
血管紧张素II引发的氧化应激在多种心血管疾病的发展中起着作用。
Researchers are investigating the potential of angiotensin receptor blockers for their anti-inflammatory properties.
研究人员正在研究血管紧张素受体拮抗剂的抗炎潜力。
In hypertensive patients, blocking the effects of angiotensin II can lead to a significant decrease in blood pressure.
在高血压患者中，阻断血管紧张素II的作用会导致血压显著下降。