epinephrin
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
Derived from the Greek words 'epi' meaning 'upon', 'nephros' meaning 'kidney' (as the adrenal gland is located above the kidney), and '-in' a common suffix for proteins.
مثال
- The body releases epinephrin during times of stress.
- Epinephrin is also known as adrenaline.
- Epinephrin can be used in medical treatments to stimulate the heart.
ترکیبهای رایج
Release epinephrin Epinephrin levels Epinephrin response Epinephrin production
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action