NALT

Preferred term

serotonin

Chemical

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.

neurotransmitters

5-HT
5-hydroxytryptamine
enteramine
hydroxytryptamine

Field 001 in MARC Authority Format

33637

Spanish

serotonina

URI

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

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Created 1/19/06, last modified 8/21/13