COLOR ANOMIA
\kˈʌləɹ ɐnˈɒmi͡ə], \kˈʌləɹ ɐnˈɒmiə], \k_ˈʌ_l_ə_ɹ ɐ_n_ˈɒ_m_iə]\
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A language dysfunction characterized by the inability to name people and objects that are correctly perceived. The individual is able to describe the object in question, but cannot provide the name. This condition is associated with lesions of the dominant hemisphere involving the language areas, in particular the TEMPORAL LOBE. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p484)
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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.