Definizione monolingua

histamine

histamine (plural histamines)

1. (biochemistry) 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.
   • 2001, Leslie Iversen, Drugs: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford 2001, p. 46)

     The intake of food triggers a release of histamine, which activates the acid-secreting cells.

Definizione dizionario histamine

	istamina
	chemicals

Altri significati:

an amine

(biochemistry) An amine, C <sub>5</sub> H <sub>9</sub> N <sub>3</sub> , 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.