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gaba

/ˈɡæb.ə/

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noun

/ˈɡæb.ə/C1formalmedicalabbreviation
  • ruАминокислота, обнаруженная в центральной нервной системе, которая действует как тормозной нейромедиатор, помогая снижать возбудимость нейронов.

An amino acid found in the central nervous system that acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter, helping to reduce neuronal excitability.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C1formalmedical

    An amino acid naturally found in the central nervous system that functions as a primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, reducing neuronal excitability.

    ruТормозной нейромедиатор

    • GABA helps to calm nerve activity in the brain.
    • Low levels of GABA are associated with anxiety disorders.
    • Certain medications work by enhancing the effects of GABA.
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