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Activation and function of prorenin: different viewpoints.

D H Osmond1, J E Sealey, J K McKenzie

  • 1Department of Physiology, University of Toronto, Ont., Canada.

Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology
|September 1, 1991
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Prorenin, a precursor to renin, is found in various tissues and fluids, but its exact function remains unclear. Further research is needed to determine if prorenin is bioactive or acts indirectly through the renin-angiotensin system.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Endocrinology
  • Physiology

Background:

  • Prorenin, the precursor to renin, has garnered attention due to its presence in renal and extrarenal tissues and its association with the renin-angiotensin system.
  • Elevated prorenin levels are observed in various physiological and pathophysiological conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, and ocular diseases.
  • Despite extensive research, the precise biological role and mechanisms of prorenin activation and function remain largely undetermined.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on prorenin activation and function.
  • To highlight the challenges in measuring prorenin and developing suitable animal models.
  • To stimulate further research into the bioactive potential and indirect roles of prorenin.

Main Methods:

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  • The symposium included 15 presentations and an editorial review.
  • Discussion focused on prorenin's connection to the renin-angiotensin system.
  • Analysis of prorenin concentrations in various biological fluids and tissues.

Main Results:

  • Prorenin is found in high concentrations relative to renin in blood and in extrarenal tissues.
  • Changes in plasma prorenin levels are associated with antihypertensive treatments, physiological stimuli, and diseases like diabetic nephropathy.
  • Very high prorenin concentrations are noted in ocular and ovarian fluids, and in conditions involving angiogenesis and microangiopathy.

Conclusions:

  • The exact function of prorenin in extrarenal fluids and tissues is not well understood.
  • Key questions remain regarding prorenin's potential bioactivity as a hormone versus its indirect role through the renin-angiotensin system.
  • The symposium provided partial insights but emphasized the need for further research to fully elucidate prorenin's actions.