RAAS Quiz

What does RAAS stand for?

• Risk Assessment and Authorization Service

• Regulatory Assessment and Authorization System

• Risk Analysis and Authorization System

• Risk Assessment and Authorization System

Which hormone is released by the kidneys to initiate the RAAS?

• aldosterone

• renin

• insulin

• estrogen

What is the primary function of the Renin-Angiotensin System?

• Promote muscle growth and repair

• Regulate blood pressure and fluid balance

• Regulate heart rate and respiratory function

• Control body temperature and metabolism

Where is renin produced in the body?

• Lungs

• Kidneys

• Stomach

• Liver

What is the first step in the Renin-Angiotensin System?

• Conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II

• Release of renin

• Binding of angiotensin II to its receptor

• Activation of angiotensinogen

What is the active form of angiotensin II?

• Angiotensin III

• Angiotensin II

• Angiotensin I

• Angiotensin IV

What is the main target organ of angiotensin II?

• Blood vessels

• Liver

• Lungs

• Stomach

What effect does angiotensin II have on blood vessels?

• Decreased blood pressure

• No effect

• Vasoconstriction

• Vasodilation

What enzyme converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II?

• ATP

• ATC

• ACE

• ADP

What is the role of aldosterone in the Renin-Angiotensin System?

• Inhibits the release of renin

• Promotes vasoconstriction in the blood vessels

• Increases reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys

• Decreases reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys