Receptor, Angiotensin, Type 1

**Definition:** 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.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.543.750.695.047.625 - D12.776.543.750.750.130.750

**Synonyms:** - Receptor, Angiotensin II Type 1 - Angiotensin II Type 1 Receptor - Angiotensin Type 1 Receptor - Angiotensin AT1 Receptor