RANIDÆ
\ɹˈanɪdə], \ɹˈanɪdə], \ɹ_ˈa_n_ɪ_d_ə]\
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ran'i-d[=e], n.pl. the largest family of batrachians, including about 250 species, of several genera.--adjs. RAN'IFORM, frog-like; R[=A]'NINE, pertaining to frogs; R[=A]NIV'OROUS, frog-eating. [L. rana, a frog.]
By Thomas Davidson
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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.