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5-HYDROXYTRYPTAMINE

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the phrase 5-Hydroxytryptamine.

5-Hydroxytryptamine - as a noun

A neurotransmitter involved in e.g. sleep and depression and memory

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
serotonin

Example Sentences

"5-hydroxytryptamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in regulating mood and sleep."
"The levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine in the brain can be altered by certain medications."
"Scientists are studying the effects of 5-hydroxytryptamine on appetite and satiety."
"Some researchers believe that an imbalance of 5-hydroxytryptamine can contribute to depression."
"Certain drugs, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), work by increasing the availability of 5-hydroxytryptamine in the brain."
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