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Angiotensinogen is a protein produced an...

Angiotensinogen is a protein produced and secreted by

A

Liver cells

B

Juxtaglomerular (JG) cells

C

Macula densa cells

D

Endothelial cells (cells lining the blood vessels)

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Liver cells in response of dehydration and + Na deficiency produce angiotensinogen which is an inactive enzymes convert to active form i.e. angiotensin that stimulate adrenal gland for the release of aldosterone that helps to maintain mineral homeostasis.
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