autacoid

English

Etymology

Ancient Greek aut- +‎ ἄκος (ákos, “remedy”) +‎ -oid

Noun

autacoid (plural autacoids)

(biochemistry) A hormone or similar compound that has a short-term, local effect

Related terms

autocoidal
acology

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