KATAPLASIA
\kˌatɐplˈe͡ɪzi͡ə], \kˌatɐplˈeɪziə], \k_ˌa_t_ɐ_p_l_ˈeɪ_z_iə]\
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A reversionary metamorphosis causing a reversion of a cell undergoing atrophy or degeneration to a type representing an embryonic or developing cell. [Gr.]
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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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.