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Kallidin

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Kallidin is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A decapeptide kinin, produced in the kidneys, that causes dilation of renal blood vessels and increased water excretion.

Meaning

(biochemistry) A decapeptide kinin, produced in the kidneys, that causes dilation of renal blood vessels and increased water excretion.

Word Forms

Synonyms for kallidin

Depending on context, synonyms include bradykininogen.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include callidin, ecallantide, cromakalim, urodilatin, ecalcidene, kalicludine.

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