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Neuroendocrine

Definition:

Neuroendocrine refers to the interaction between the nervous system and the endocrine system, involving the production and release of hormones by neurons.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Adjective) Relating to the combination of neural and endocrine functions.

Example Sentence: The neuroendocrine system regulates the body's response to stress.

Sense 2:

(Noun) A neuroendocrine cell or tumor that produces and releases hormones.

Example Sentence: The patient was diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor in the pancreas.

Sense 3:

(Noun) A field of study that focuses on the interactions between the nervous and endocrine systems.

Example Sentence: The conference will feature presentations on the latest research in neuroendocrine studies.