counterregulatory

Adjective

Meaning

counterregulatory (not comparable)

(physiology) That counters a regulatory process, especially the action of a hormone

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Related terms

counterregulate counterregulation

Examples

Hypoglycemic symptoms and manifestations can be divided into those produced by the counterregulatory hormones ( epinephrine /adrenaline and glucagon) triggered by the falling glucose, and the neuroglycopenic effects produced by the reduced brain sugar. Source: Internet

Secretes adrenaline, one of the primary 'fight or flight' stress hormones, which have substantial counterregulatory effects. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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