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Concept information

Preferred term

serotonin

Type

  • Chemical

Definition

  • Information A biochemical messenger and regulator, synthesized from the essential amino acid, l-tryptophan. In humans it is found primarily in the central nervous system, gastrointestinal tract, and blood platelets. Serotonin mediates several important physiological functions including neurotransmission, gastrointestinal motility, hemostasis, and cardiovascular integrity.

Synonyms

  • 5-HT
  • 5-hydroxytryptamine
  • enteramine
  • hydroxytryptamine

In other languages

URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/1515

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