5-HT system Flashcards

1
Q

converting serotonin

A

tryptophan –> 5-hydroxytryptophan –> serotonin

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2
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effect of serotonergic drugs

A
gut activity
platelet aggregation
vasoconstrition --> migraine
pain control
brain control
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3
Q

raphe nuclei

A

40.000 neurons in the brain that starts making serotonin

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