The amino acid dihydroxyphenylalanine that is generated in the liver from tyrosine and then converted into dopamine in the brain.

Alternative letter-case form of dopa

(pharmacology) Used to form names of dopamine receptor agonists or dopamine derivatives used as antiparkinsonisms or prolactin inhibitors.

(pharmacology) The levorotatory form of dopa, used to treat Parkinson's disease.

Alternative form of ʟ-dopa

(materials science) A substance added in small amounts to a pure material, such as semiconductor, to alter its original electrical or optical properties; a doping agent

(biochemistry, pharmacology) A monoamine C₈H₁₁NO₂ that is a decarboxylated form of dopa, present in the body as a neurotransmitter and a precursor of other substances including adrenalin.

Containing, involving, or transmitting dopamine. / Of or relating to dopamine.

(biochemistry) Any substance that affects the production of dopamine

plural of dopant