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norepinephrine

/ˌnɔːriːˈɛpɪnəfaɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does norepinephrine mean?

noun

A naturally occurring organic compound that is a catecholamine neurotransmitter involved in attention and arousal.

Example

"The doctor prescribed a medication that increased the levels of norepinephrine in the patient's brain."

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