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Yes, it is an important chemical in the brain.
You don't need it in your diet however as a healthy brain will produce it naturally.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoa massive release of serotonin will make you very happy
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What are the target organ of the Serotonin hormone?
Serotonin is not a hormone. It is a neurotransmitter.
What is a serotonin neuron?
Serotonin is not a neuron, it is a neurotransmitter. It relays information between neurons, with serotonin producing a calming, happy feeling. Lack of serotonin can cause depression, but an over abundance of serotonin can cause psychosis.
What is the molecular weight of serotonin?
176.2
What hormone produces happiness?
serotonin
What amino acid looks like serotonin?
None. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins....serotonin is a neurotransmitter
Do you need serotonin or norepinephrine?
Yes, you need these neurotransmitters for proper neurologic function.
Can you still be happy with no serotonin whatsoever?
Nope. You need some.
What can an overabundance of serotonin do?
Overabundance of serotonin can cause serotonin syndrome.
What does hydroxyzine do to serotonin levels?
Hydroxyzine decreases serotonin levels as it a serotonin antagonist.
Do platelets release serotonin?
No, the serotonin is collected and stored by platelets but not released by them. Serotonin is secreted by Enterochromaffin cells.
Is serotonin water soluble?
Serotonin is soluble in water.
What is Serotonin's Water Solubility?
Serotonin is soluble in water.
Is serotonin ionic or covalent?
Serotonin is a compound with covalent bonds.
What are the target organ of the Serotonin hormone?
Serotonin is not a hormone. It is a neurotransmitter.
What causes the release of serotonin?
serotonin is the happy hormone .. sex.!!
What neurotransmitter does Prozac affect?
Prozac (fluoxetine) is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). It targets reuptake channels for the neurotransmitter serotonin, preventing serotonin from reentering the presynaptic neurons to be removed from the synaptic cleft, thus forcing an accumulation of serotonin and repeated triggering of the serotonin "signal" in the postsynaptic neurons.
What effect does serotonin have on the vascular system?
effect of serotonin in vascular system
