Adrenaline

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000276",
  "term": "Adrenaline",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A catecholamine hormone and neurotransmitter, also known as epinephrine, synthesized and released by the adrenal medulla in response to stress. It mediates the 'fight or flight' response by increasing heart rate, constricting blood vessels, and dilating airways. Adrenaline is widely used as a medication for anaphylaxis and in cardiac resuscitation.",
  "synonyms": [
    "4-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]benzene-1,2-diol",
    "epinephrine"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "adrenal gland",
    "noradrenaline"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 717 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/adrenaline/"
}