catechol-o-methyltransferase en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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- /ˌkætəˌkɔːl oʊ ˌmɛθəlˈtrænsfɚˌeɪs/
Etymology
From catechol + o + methyltransferase
Meanings
- (uncountable) An enzyme that breaks down neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, helping regulate their levels in the brain and body.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMT | Abbr=Yes | lexicographic |