autacoidal
/ˌɔtəˈkɔɪdəl/
adjective
- Relating to a substance produced by the body that acts like a hormone, but only in the area where it is released.
- The autacoidal response caused localized swelling at the injury site.
- Doctors studied the autacoidal effects of prostaglandins on inflammation.
- Histamine is a well-known autacoidal compound involved in allergic reactions.