supraphysiologic

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1. Indicating a dose that is larger or more potent than would occur naturally, as of a chemical agent that mimics a hormone.

2. Of or relating to the physiological effects of such a dose.

supraphysiologic

adjective Endocrinology Referring to administration of hormones or other substances that are normally present in the circulation, in doses in excess of those normally produced by the body. Cf Homeopathic, Pharmacologic, Physiologic.

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