epinephrine
US /ˌep.əˈnef.rɪn/
UK /ˌep.əˈnef.rɪn/

名詞
1.
腎上腺素
a hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla that is involved in the body's fight-or-flight response; also used as a drug to treat severe allergic reactions and other medical conditions
範例:
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The doctor administered epinephrine to the patient suffering from anaphylaxis.
醫生給患有過敏性休克的病人注射了腎上腺素。
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Epinephrine causes an increase in heart rate and blood pressure.
腎上腺素會導致心率和血壓升高。
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