Search Results for: paracrine signaling
Autocrine signaling
Autocrine Signaling Definition What is autocrine signaling? Autocrine signaling is a type of cell signaling wherein a cell... Read More
Cell signaling
Definition noun The process of communication occurring between the cells and within the cell Supplement Cell signaling is... Read More
Paracrine signaling
Definition noun A form of cell signaling in which the target cell is near the signal-releasing cell. Supplement Examples of... Read More
Eicosanoid
Definition noun, plural: eicosanoids Any of the substances derived from arachidonic acid or other polyunsaturated fatty... Read More
Neurohormone
Definition noun, plural: neurohormones Any of the various hormones secreted by neuroendocrine cells Supplement A... Read More
Growth hormone
Definition noun, plural: growth hormones A polypeptide hormone that in humans and other animals essentially promotes... Read More
Prostacyclin
Definition noun, plural: prostacyclins Any member from the subfamily of eicosanoids, with a chemical formula of C20H32O5,... Read More
Fibroblast
The building block of living things is known as the cell. The cell contributes to many parts and functions of different... Read More