5 HYDROXYTRYPTAMINE
\fˈa͡ɪv hˌa͡ɪdɹəksɪtɹˈɪptɐmˌiːn], \fˈaɪv hˌaɪdɹəksɪtɹˈɪptɐmˌiːn], \f_ˈaɪ_v h_ˌaɪ_d_ɹ_ə_k_s_ɪ_t_ɹ_ˈɪ_p_t_ɐ_m_ˌiː_n]\
Definitions of 5 HYDROXYTRYPTAMINE
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By Princeton University
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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.
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