Association between a genetic variant in the serotonin transporter gene (<it>SLC6A4</it>) and suicidal behavior in patients with schizophrenia

Association between a genetic variant in the serotonin transporter gene (<it>SLC6A4</it>) and suicidal behavior in patients with schizophrenia

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamin; 5-HT) system has a central role in the circuitry of cognition and emotions. Multiple lines of evidence suggest that genetic variation in the serotonin transporter gene (<it>SLC6A4</it>;...

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Main Authors: Lindholm Carlström Eva, Saetre Peter, Rosengren Anders, Thygesen Johan H, Djurovic Srdjan, Melle Ingrid, Andreassen Ole A, Werge Thomas, Agartz Ingrid, Hall Håkan, Terenius Lars, Jönsson Erik G
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-05-01
Series:Behavioral and Brain Functions
Subjects:
Suicide ideation
Serotonin transporter gene
Association
Schizophrenia
Online Access:http://www.behavioralandbrainfunctions.com/content/8/1/24

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