Protein Metabolism Lecture 6 PDF
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These lecture notes cover protein metabolism, including the synthesis of thyroid hormones, melanin, and tryptophan. The notes also detail the special products derived from tryptophan, such as serotonin and melatonin, and their functions.
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Protein Metabolism Lec. 6 2- Synthesis of thyroid hormones: 3- synthesis of melanin Tryptophan It is gylcogenic and ketogenic It is essential amino acid. Special products : 1- Serotonin (neurotransmitter). 2- Melatonin. 3- Niacin (nicotinic acid) 4- Indol and skatol. Serotonin ...
Protein Metabolism Lec. 6 2- Synthesis of thyroid hormones: 3- synthesis of melanin Tryptophan It is gylcogenic and ketogenic It is essential amino acid. Special products : 1- Serotonin (neurotransmitter). 2- Melatonin. 3- Niacin (nicotinic acid) 4- Indol and skatol. Serotonin Melatonin Melatonin functions by inhibiting the synthesis and secretion of other neurotransmitters such as dopamine and GABA
