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Depression
Research from University of Illinois, Psychiatric Institute reveals new findings on depression
July 15th, 2007
New investigation results, "The pattern of melatonin receptor expression in the brain may influence antidepressant treatment," are detailed in a study published in Medical Hypotheses. According to a study from the United States, "The pineal hormone melatonin produces most of its biological effects via G protein-coupled receptors MT1 and MT2. In mammals, these receptors are expressed in various tissues and organs including in the brain." "Recent research points to a putative role of MT1/MT2 dimerization as a mechanism that could determine the receptor-mediated biological effects of melatonin. Brain content and the ratios between MT1 and MT2 receptors are affected...
Source: Aging & Elder Health Week (2007-07-15)
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