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vasoactive

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va·so·ac·tive  (vz-ktv)
adj.
Causing constriction or dilation of blood vessels.
vaso·ac·tivi·ty n.
vasoactive [ˌveɪzəʊˈæktɪv]
adj
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) affecting the diameter of blood vessels vasoactive peptides
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