| stimulator | 1. Producing stimulation, especially producing stimulation by causing tension on muscle fibre through the nervous tissue. 2. <pharmacology> An agent or remedy that produces stimulation. Origin: L. Stimulans (18 Nov 1997) |
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| stimulatory protein 1 | An RNA polymerase II transcription factor in vertebrates; binds to DNA in regions rich in G and C residues; a general promoter-binding factor necessary for the activation of many genes. (05 Mar 2000) |
| long-acting thyroid stimulator | <endocrinology, immunology> A thyroid stimulating antibody which is directed against a receptor for TSH on the thyroid gland. This antibody acts like TSH and stimulates the thyroid to produce excessive amounts of thyroid hormone. The presence of this antibody generally indicates Grave's disease (hyperthyroidism). Acronym: LATS (15 Nov 1997) |
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