Week 7: Discussion Forum
The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) is a complex endocrine system that controls blood pressure, fluid balance, and sodium retention. Elaborate your knowledge on the following aspects of the RAAS system:
- Explain the RAAS system step by step.
- What is an example of a pharmaceutical drug that acts on this system and what is the intended effect?
- How does this system ultimately affect renal regulation in terms of GFR and blood volume, blood pressure, and reabsorption?
"250 words- 2 citations"