ANGIOTENSIN


Meaning of ANGIOTENSIN in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˌan-jē-ō-ˈten(t)-sən ]

noun

Etymology: angi- + hyper tens ion + -in

Date: 1958

: either of two forms of a kinin of which one has marked vasoconstrictive action ; also : a synthetic amide derivative of the physiologically active form used to treat some forms of hypotension

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.