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GO: Biological Process

epinephrine biosynthetic process

Term ID
GO:0042418
Synonyms
  • adrenaline biosynthesis
  • adrenaline biosynthetic process
  • epinephrine anabolism
  • epinephrine biosynthesis
  • epinephrine formation
  • epinephrine synthesis
Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of epinephrine, a hormone produced by the medulla of the adrenal glands that increases heart activity, improves the power and prolongs the action of muscles, and increases the rate and depth of breathing. It is synthesized by the methylation of norepinephrine. (2)
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Phenotype
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