säätelyaineiden
Säätelyaineet, a Finnish term, translates to "regulatory substances" or "modulating agents" in English. This term broadly refers to substances that influence or control biological processes. In a biological context, säätelyaineet are crucial for maintaining homeostasis and coordinating cellular and organismal functions. They can act through various mechanisms, including binding to receptors, influencing enzyme activity, or altering gene expression.
Examples of säätelyaineet include hormones, neurotransmitters, and growth factors. Hormones, produced by endocrine glands, travel through
The action of säätelyaineet is often characterized by specificity and potency. They typically bind to specific