Serotonin
C₁₀H₁₂N₂OCite "Serotonin"
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IUPAC: 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol
CAS: 50-67-9
Overview
Serotonin is a monoamine neurotransmitter primarily found in the gastrointestinal tract (about 90%), blood platelets, and central nervous system. It regulates mood, sleep, appetite, and digestion. SSRI antidepressants work by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.
Composition
Uses
- • Mood regulation neurotransmitter
- • SSRI drug target (depression treatment)
- • GI motility regulation
- • Platelet aggregation
Fun Facts
- ✦ About 90% of the body's serotonin is in the gut, not the brain
- ✦ Derived from tryptophan in a two-step biosynthetic pathway
Safety
- ⚠ Serotonin syndrome from drug interactions can be life-threatening
Structure
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=C1O)C(=CN2)CCN
Properties
- Type
- organic
- State
- solid
- Molar Mass
- 176.22 g/mol
- Density
- 1.2400 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 167.7 °C
- Solubility
- 20 g/L at 27°C
Molecular Descriptors
- Exact Mass
- 176.0950
- XLogP
- 0.2
- TPSA
- 62.0 Ų
- H-Bond Donors
- 3
- H-Bond Acceptors
- 2
- Rotatable Bonds
- 2
- Heavy Atoms
- 13
- Complexity
- 174.0
Also Known As
5-Hydroxytryptamine
5-HT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Serotonin?
Serotonin (C₁₀H₁₂N₂O) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol.
What is the molecular weight of Serotonin?
Serotonin has a molar mass of 176.215 g/mol.
What state is Serotonin at room temperature?
Serotonin is a solid at room temperature.
Is Serotonin organic or inorganic?
Serotonin is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Serotonin?
Serotonin (C₁₀H₁₂N₂O) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N), Oxygen (O).