histamine

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Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈhɪstəmiːn/

Noun

histamine (plural histamines)

1. (neurotransmitter) An amine, C₅H₉N₃, formed by decarboxylation of histidine, that causes dilatation of capillaries, contraction of smooth muscle, and stimulation of gastric acid secretion; it is released during allergic reactions.

Translations

• French: histamine
• German: Histamin
• Portuguese: histamina
• Russian: гистами́н
• Spanish: histamina

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