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Angiotensinogen is a protein secreted by

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Juxtaglomerular cells
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Macula densa cells
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Endothelial cells
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Liver cells
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Solution

The correct option is D Liver cells
Angiotensinogen is a plasma protein produced and secreted by liver cells. It is a sole precursor of all angiotensin peptide. Juxtaglomerular cells secrete renin which acts on angiotensinogen to release angiotensin I and then it is converted to angiotensin II by the action of enzyme angiotensin-converting enzymes.
So, the correct answer is 'Liver cells'.

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