XEROPHTHALMUS
\zˈi͡əɹəfθˌalməs], \zˈiəɹəfθˌalməs], \z_ˈiə_ɹ_ə_f_θ_ˌa_l_m_ə_s]\
Definitions of XEROPHTHALMUS
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abnormal dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea of the eyes; may be due to a systemic deficiency of vitamin A
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.