Angiotensin is derived from plasma protein "angiotensinogen" by the action of renin and other nervous stimuli. Angiotensin stimulates which of the following?
A
Thyroid
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B
Adrenal
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C
Ovary
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D
Thymus
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Solution
The correct option is D Adrenal Angiotensin is involved in regulating aldosterone and is the core regulator. Angiotensin II acts synergistically with potassium. The potassium feedback is inoperative when no angiotensin II is present.