Angiotensin-(1-7) [Ang-(1-7)] exhibits cardiovascular effects opposite those of angiotensin II (Ang II), thus providing protection against heart disease.
The ThrThr genotype of the angiotensinogen (AGT) Met235Thr polymorphism has been associated with elevated AGT levels, hypertension, increased heart disease risk, and improved blood pressure (BP) response to angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.