Serotonin and Melatonin in Human Lower Gastrointestinal Tract

Serotonin and Melatonin in Human Lower Gastrointestinal Tract

Background and Aims. Melatonin is a ubiquitous hormone produced not only by the pineal gland but also by other organs and tissues. It is involved in the regulation of several gastrointestinal functions. The main cells responsible for the production and release of extrapineal melatonin are the entero...

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Main Authors: Rosa Vaccaro, Arianna Casini, Carola Severi, Antonietta Lamazza, Annamaria Pronio, Rossella Palma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Diagnostics
Subjects:
enterochromaffin cells
serotonin
melatonin
lower gastrointestinal tract
inflammatory disease
ulcerative colitis
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/13/2/204

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