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Renin: A hormone that kidney cells release into the blood as a result of sodium depletion or low blood volume. It converts a particular liver protein into angiotensin, which ultimately helps the body decrease its sodium loss. Angiotensin also causes your small blood vessels to constrict, increasing blood pressure.