5 Hydroxytryptamine
《英文msh詞典》5 Hydroxytryptamine
[入口詞] 5 Hydroxytryptamine
[主題詞] Serotonin
[藥動(dòng)學(xué)] Free Radical Scavengers
[英文釋義] 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. Multiple receptor families (RECEPTORS,SEROTONIN) explain the broad physiological actions and distribution of this biochemical mediator.