Dopaminergic
Dopaminergic
Dopaminergic (pronunciation: doh-puh-muh-NER-jik) refers to the actions or effects that involve dopamine, a type of neurotransmitter.
Etymology
The term "dopaminergic" is derived from the word "dopamine" and the suffix "-ergic" which means "related to or promoting the action of". Dopamine is named after its chemical structure: it is a monoamine formed by the decarboxylation of DOPA.
Definition
Dopaminergic means related to, activated by, or releasing dopamine. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays several important roles in the human brain and body. Its functions include mood regulation, reward-motivated behavior, motor control, and several endocrine functions.
Related Terms
- Dopamine: A type of neurotransmitter, a chemical messenger that transmits signals in the brain and other areas of the body.
- Neurotransmitter: A substance that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse.
- DOPA: A precursor to neurotransmitters, and it is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
- Parkinson's Disease: A long-term degenerative disorder of the nervous system that mainly affects the motor system.
- Endocrine System: The collection of glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, and mood, among other things.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dopaminergic
- Wikipedia's article - Dopaminergic
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