catecholamine
nounHow to pronounce catecholamine:
Definition of catecholamine:
- catecholamine (noun):
- any of various amines (such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine) that function as hormones or neurotransmitters or both
- noun. any of a group of chemicals including epinephrine and norepinephrine that are produced in the medulla of the adrenal gland.
Synonyms for catecholamine:
adrenalin
adrenaline
endocrine
epinephrin
epinephrine
internal secretion
noradrenaline
norepinephrine
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