IPA: /ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.sɪˈkriː.ʃən/
KK: /nʊrəsɪˈkrɛʃən/
Definition: The process by which nerve cells produce and release substances like hormones.
Example: Neurosecretion plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈsɛn.sər.i/
KK: /nʊroʊˈsɛnʃəri/
Definition: This word describes something that is connected to the sensory functions of the nervous system, including how the body perceives sensations through nerves.
Example: The neurosensory pathways are crucial for transmitting information from the senses to the brain.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈsɜːrdʒən/
KK: /nʊrˈoʊsɜrʤən/
Definition: A medical doctor who performs surgery on the brain and other parts of the nervous system.
Example: The neurosurgeon successfully removed the tumor from the patient's brain.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈsɜːrdʒəri/
KK: /nʊrˈoʊsɜrʤəri/
Definition: A type of medical operation that involves treating or repairing parts of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
Example: The patient underwent neurosurgery to remove a tumor from his brain.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈsɜːrdʒɪkəl/
KK: /nʊrəsɜrdʒɪkəl/
Definition: Related to the branch of medicine that deals with surgery on the brain, spinal cord, and other parts of the nervous system.
Example: The neurosurgical team performed a complex operation to remove a brain tumor.
IPA: /ˌnjʊə.rəʊˈtɒk.sɪk/
KK: /ˌnʊəroʊˈtɒksɪk/
Definition: Having harmful effects on nerve cells or nervous system tissues.
Example: Certain chemicals can be neurotoxic and may damage the brain.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈtɒksɪsɪti/
KK: /nʊəroʊˈtɒksɪsɪti/
Definition: The condition in which a substance is harmful to the nervous system, potentially causing damage to nerve cells.
Example: Exposure to certain chemicals can lead to neurotoxicity, affecting brain function.
IPA: /ˈnjʊərəʊˌtɒksɪn/
KK: /ˈnʊroʊˌtɑksɪn/
Definition: A harmful substance that can damage or kill nerve cells in the body.
Example: The neurotoxin released by the jellyfish can cause severe pain and paralysis.
IPA: /ˌnjʊə.rəʊˈtrɒ.pɪk/
KK: /nʊəˈroʊtrɒpɪk/
Definition: Relating to substances or agents that have an effect on nerve tissue or the nervous system.
Example: The neurotropic properties of the drug make it effective in treating nerve injuries.
IPA: /ˌnjuːtrəˈpiːniə/
KK: /ˌnjuːtrəˈpiːniə/
Definition: A medical condition where there is a lower than normal number of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils in the blood, which can make it harder for the body to fight infections.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with neutropenia after reviewing her blood test results.
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