Definition of Dynorphins
1. dynorphin [n] - See also: dynorphin
Medical Definition of Dynorphins
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A class of opioid peptides including dynorphin a, dynorphin b, and smaller fragments of these peptides. Dynorphins prefer kappa-opioid receptors (receptors, opioid, kappa) and have been shown to play a role as central nervous system transmitters.
Chemical name: Dynorphin
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Dynorphins
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