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Name:	Receptor, Angiotensin, Type 1
Description:	An angiotensin receptor subtype that is expressed at high levels in a variety of adult tissues including the CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM, the KIDNEY, the ENDOCRINE SYSTEM and the NERVOUS SYSTEM. Activation of the type 1 angiotensin receptor causes VASOCONSTRICTION and sodium retention.
Synonyms:	Angiotensin II Type 1 Receptor; AT1 Receptor, Angiotensin; Receptor, Angiotensin AT1; Receptor, Angiotensin II Type 1; Angiotensin AT1 Receptor; Angiotensin Type 1 Receptor