Effect of valine on 5-HT-mediated prolactin release in healthy volunteers, and on mood in remitted depressed patients.
BACKGROUND: Animal experimental studies suggest that the amino acid valine may decrease brain serotonin (5-HT) function by inhibiting the transport of the 5-HT precursor, L-tryptophan, across the blood barrier. The aim of the present study was to assess whether valine could decrease brain 5-HT funct...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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1995
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