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antinociceptive peptides |
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antinociceptive peptides (anˈ·tī·nōˈ·si·sepˑ·tiv pepˑ·tīdz), n.pl endogenous peptides, such as enkephalins, endorphins, and dynorphins, that possess pain-reducing (analgesic) properties. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Levels of both substance P, a neurotransmitter involved in pain pathways, and defective antinociceptive peptides are elevated in the cerebrospinal fluid of patients with fibromyalgia. |
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