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Meaning of DOPA

Pronunciation:  'dowpu

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  amino acid that is formed in the liver and converted into dopamine in the brain
 

DOPA is a 4 letter word that starts with D.

 

 Synonyms: dihydroxyphenylalanine
 
 See Also: amino acid, aminoalkanoic acid, Bendopa, Brocadopa, Larodopa, L-dopa, levodopa

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: An amino acid derived from the amino acid tyrosine. It is formed as the first intermediate in the production of dopamine, a neurotransmitter.
 

 

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