Neurokinin A
A mammalian neuropeptide of 10 amino acids that belongs to the tachykinin family. It is similar in structure and action to SUBSTANCE P and NEUROKININ B with the ability to excite neurons, dilate blood vessels, and contract smooth muscles, such as those in the BRONCHI.
Year introduced: 1994
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Tree Number(s): D12.644.276.812.900.500, D12.644.400.800.500, D12.644.456.800.500, D12.776.467.812.900.500, D12.776.631.650.800.500, D23.469.050.375.850.550, D23.529.812.900.500
MeSH Unique ID: D015288
Registry Number: 86933-74-6
Entry Terms:
- Neurokinin alpha
- Neuromedin L
- Substance K
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