catecholamine

[US]/ˈkæt.əˌkoʊləm.aɪn/

[UK]/kætˌɛk.oʊˈlaɪ.min/

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Translation

n.A class of hormones and neurotransmitters derived from the amino acid tyrosine.

catecholamine release

catecholamine levels

catecholamine response

catecholamine surge

catecholamine synthesis

catecholamine secretion

catecholamine production

catecholamine effect

catecholamine activity

catecholamine receptor

catecholamine levels increase during stress.

the body releases catecholamines in response to danger.

catecholamine release can affect heart rate.

high catecholamine levels can lead to anxiety.

catecholamines play a role in the fight-or-flight response.

doctors measure catecholamine levels to diagnose certain conditions.

catecholamines are important neurotransmitters in the brain.

exercise can increase catecholamine production.

catecholamines are involved in regulating metabolism.

research shows a link between catecholamines and depression.

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