Renin released by JG cells first converts which substance?
AAngiotensinogen
BAngiotensin II
CVasopressin
DAldosterone
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Angiotensinogen
Renin turns angiotensinogen in the blood into angiotensin I, which then becomes angiotensin II.
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