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Angiotensin-converting enzyme activity in ocular fluids.

J B Vita, J A Anderson, C D Hulem

    Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science
    |February 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) activity was detected in human tears and aqueous humor. Higher ACE levels were found in individuals with green or brown eyes compared to blue-eyed individuals, suggesting a role for angiotensin II in eye physiology.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Biochemistry
    • Enzymology

    Background:

    • Angiotensin II is an active octapeptide derived from angiotensin I by angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE).
    • ACE plays a crucial role in the renin-angiotensin system, influencing blood pressure and fluid balance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the presence and characteristics of ACE activity in ocular fluids.
    • To explore potential correlations between ACE levels in tears and eye color.

    Main Methods:

    • Enzyme activity was quantified using a fluorimetric assay measuring the breakdown of hippuryl-L-histidyl-L-leucine.
    • The effects of various inhibitors were assessed to characterize the enzyme.
    • ACE levels in human tears were analyzed in relation to participants' eye color.

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    Main Results:

    • ACE activity was identified in both rabbit and human tears and aqueous humor.
    • Enzyme activity was significantly higher in tears than in aqueous humor.
    • Human tear ACE levels differed based on eye color, with higher concentrations observed in individuals with green or brown eyes compared to those with blue eyes.

    Conclusions:

    • The presence of ACE in ocular fluids indicates that angiotensin II may be involved in maintaining normal eye physiology.
    • Ocular ACE activity might be influenced by genetic factors, such as those determining eye color.