Neurohormone (Noun)
Meaning
A hormone that is released by nerve impulses (e.g., norepinephrine or vasopressin).
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Norepinephrine is a neurohormone that plays a crucial role in the body's fight-or-flight response.
- Vasopressin, also known as antidiuretic hormone, is a neurohormone that regulates the amount of water in the body.
- The researchers discovered a new neurohormone that is released in response to stress and anxiety.
- Melatonin is a neurohormone that is produced by the pineal gland and regulates the body's sleep-wake cycle.
- The hypothalamus releases a neurohormone called oxytocin, which stimulates contractions during childbirth.