[Proceedings: Synthesis of the 5-hydroxytryptophan-, 5-hydroxytryptamine- and 5-hydroxyacetic acid-analogs beta-[7-[hydroxy-naphthyl-(1)]-alanine, beta-[7-hydroxy-naphthyl-(1)]-ethylamine and [7-hydroxy-naphthl-(1)]-acetic acid].
1972
H G Schlossberger
UI
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D009281
Naphthalenes
Two-ring crystalline hydrocarbons isolated from coal tar. They are used as intermediates in chemical synthesis, as insect repellents, fungicides, lubricants, preservatives, and, formerly, as topical antiseptics.
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.