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Which of the following is true about serotonin and melatonin?
Which of the following is true about serotonin and melatonin?
- Serotonin is made from melatonin.
- Melatonin is a neurotransmitter.
- Melatonin is made from serotonin. (correct)
- Serotonin and melatonin are both part of the catecholamine family.
What is the precursor to serotonin?
What is the precursor to serotonin?
- Tryptophan
- Melatonin
- 5-HTP (correct)
- Catecholamines
Which of the following is true about 5-HTP and 5-HT?
Which of the following is true about 5-HTP and 5-HT?
- 5-HTP is the precursor to serotonin, while 5-HT is serotonin.
- 5-HTP is serotonin, while 5-HT is the precursor to serotonin. (correct)
- 5-HTP and 5-HT are both precursors to serotonin.
- 5-HTP and 5-HT are both forms of serotonin.
Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
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What is the main function of the Raphei nuclei?
What is the main function of the Raphei nuclei?
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Which class of antidepressants has the highest effectiveness with the least side effects?
Which class of antidepressants has the highest effectiveness with the least side effects?
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Which drug acts as both a serotonin and dopamine agonist and is commonly known as 'ecstasy'?
Which drug acts as both a serotonin and dopamine agonist and is commonly known as 'ecstasy'?
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