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autacoidal

/ˌɔː.təˈkɔɪ.dəl/

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adjective

/ˌɔː.təˈkɔɪ.dəl/formalmedicalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к аутокоиду (местному гормону или химическому посреднику) или напоминающее его.

An obsolete adjective relating to or resembling an autacoid (a local hormone or chemical messenger).

  1. Relating to autacoidsC2formalmedical

    Of or relating to an autacoid, which is a local hormone or signaling molecule produced by cells that acts near its site of production.

    ruОтносящийся к аутокоидам

    • The autacoidal response was localized to the inflamed tissue.
    • Researchers studied the autacoidal effects of histamine in allergic reactions.
    • Autacoidal substances like prostaglandins play a key role in pain and inflammation.