Serotonin - A Chemical Messenger Between All Types of Living Cells

Serotonin - A Chemical Messenger Between All Types of Living Cells is a very interesting book on the most ancient neurotransmitter, hormone and trophic factor serotonin or 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT). This unique chemical is present in all living cells including plants and animals. This book will tak...

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Main Author: Kaneez Fatima Shad (auth)
Format: Book Chapter
Published: IntechOpen 2017
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