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dopamine

/ˈdəʊ.pə.miːn/

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noun

/ˈdəʊ.pə.miːn/C1formalmedical
  • ruМоноаминовый нейромедиатор, обнаруженный в мозге, необходимый для нормального функционирования центральной нервной системы; в качестве лекарства используется для лечения шока и гипотонии.

A monoamine neurotransmitter found in the brain, essential for the normal functioning of the central nervous system; as a drug it is used to treat shock and hypotension.

uncountable

  1. C1formalmedical

    A chemical substance produced in the brain that acts as a neurotransmitter, involved in controlling movement, emotional responses, and the ability to experience pleasure and pain.

    ruНейромедиатор

    • Dopamine levels in the brain affect mood and motivation.
    • Parkinson's disease is linked to a deficiency of dopamine.
    • Certain drugs can artificially increase dopamine release.
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