ELECTROSHOCK
\ɪlˌɛktɹə͡ʊʃˈɒk], \ɪlˌɛktɹəʊʃˈɒk], \ɪ_l_ˌɛ_k_t_ɹ_əʊ_ʃ_ˈɒ_k]\
Definitions of ELECTROSHOCK
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the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma
By Princeton University
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the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Induction of a stress reaction in experimental subjects by means of an electrical shock; applies to either convulsive or non-convulsive states.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
- An enzyme that catalyzes the of groups from acetyl-CoA to arylamines. They have wide specificity for aromatic amines, particularly serotonin, and can also catalyze acetyl transfer between arylamines without CoA. EC 2.3.1.5.