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PARACRINE

(adj.)
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There is 1 meaning of the word Paracrine.

Paracrine - as an adjective

Describing a hormone or other secretion released from endocrine cells into the surrounding tissue rather than into the bloodstream

Example Sentences

"The paracrine effects of the hormone are important for local cell signaling."
"Certain diseases are characterized by abnormal paracrine signaling."
"The paracrine factors released by the immune cells can modulate the response of neighboring cells."
"The paracrine action of growth factors plays a role in tissue repair."
"Interactions between paracrine molecules regulate developmental processes."
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Word Game Points

Is PARACRINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, paracrine is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARACRINE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PARACRINE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, paracrine is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
PARACRINE is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is PARACRINE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paracrine is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARACRINE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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