STRETCH REFLEX
\stɹˈɛt͡ʃ ɹˈiːflɛks], \stɹˈɛtʃ ɹˈiːflɛks], \s_t_ɹ_ˈɛ_tʃ ɹ_ˈiː_f_l_ɛ_k_s]\
Definitions of STRETCH REFLEX
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reflex contraction of a muscle when an attached tendon is pulled; important in maintaining erect posture
By Princeton University
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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.