catecholamine
/ˌkætəˌkoʊləˈmin/
noun
- A type of chemical in the body that acts as a hormone or neurotransmitter, such as adrenaline, noradrenaline, or dopamine.
- Doctors measure catecholamine levels to check for certain tumors.
- Catecholamines like adrenaline help your body respond to stress.
- Exercise can increase the release of catecholamines, making you feel more alert.
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