Historical introduction: the Italian contribution to the discovery of 5-hydroxytryptamine (enteramine, serotonin)

In 1949-1951 two independent lines of research led to the discovery and elucidation of the structure of serotonin and enteramine, and their identification with 5-hydroxytryptamine. This is briefly described, with emphasis on the Italian contribution to the solution of the problem.

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Published in:	Journal of hypertension. Supplement Vol. 4; no. 1; p. S3
Main Author:	Erspamer, V
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England 01-04-1986
Subjects:	Chemistry Enterochromaffin Cells - analysis History, 20th Century Italy Serotonin - history Serotonin - isolation & purification Serotonin - therapeutic use Italy
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Summary:	In 1949-1951 two independent lines of research led to the discovery and elucidation of the structure of serotonin and enteramine, and their identification with 5-hydroxytryptamine. This is briefly described, with emphasis on the Italian contribution to the solution of the problem.
ISSN:	0952-1178