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Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > chemical compounds > organic compounds > organic nitrogen compounds > amino compounds > amines > biogenic amines > serotonin
Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > chemical compounds > nitrogen compounds > organic nitrogen compounds > amino compounds > amines > biogenic amines > serotonin
Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > chemical compounds > organic compounds > organic nitrogen compounds > amino compounds > amines > tryptamines > serotonin
Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > chemical compounds > nitrogen compounds > organic nitrogen compounds > amino compounds > amines > tryptamines > serotonin
Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > chemical compounds > organic compounds > heterocyclic compounds > heterocyclic nitrogen compounds > indoles > tryptamines > serotonin
Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > chemical compounds > organic compounds > organic nitrogen compounds > heterocyclic nitrogen compounds > indoles > tryptamines > serotonin
Research, Technology, Methods > chemical substances > chemical compounds > nitrogen compounds > organic nitrogen compounds > heterocyclic nitrogen compounds > indoles > tryptamines > serotonin
Preferred Term:

serotonin

Definition:
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.
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Broader Concept:
tryptamines, biogenic amines
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • hydroxytryptamine
  • enteramine
  • 5-hydroxytryptamine
  • 5-HT
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/1515
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