The effect of posture on aldosterone secretion and metabolism in man.
1977
H Bultasová, and
Z Hrnová, and
A Veselková, and
P Pinsker
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D011187
Posture
The position or physical attitude of the body.
Postures
D012083
Renin
A highly specific (Leu-Leu) endopeptidase that generates ANGIOTENSIN I from its precursor ANGIOTENSINOGEN, leading to a cascade of reactions which elevate BLOOD PRESSURE and increase sodium retention by the kidney in the RENIN-ANGIOTENSIN SYSTEM. The enzyme was formerly listed as EC 3.4.99.19.
A general class of ortho-dihydroxyphenylalkylamines derived from TYROSINE.
Catecholamine,Sympathin,Sympathins
D006801
Humans
Members of the species Homo sapiens.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000328
Adult
A person having attained full growth or maturity. Adults are of 19 through 44 years of age. For a person between 19 and 24 years of age, YOUNG ADULT is available.
Adults
D000450
Aldosterone
A hormone secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX that regulates electrolyte and water balance by increasing the renal retention of sodium and the excretion of potassium.