Mesh term Melatonin
Browse to parent terms:Hormones
Tryptamines
Description
A biogenic amine that is found in animals and plants. In mammals, melatonin is produced by the PINEAL GLAND. Its secretion increases in darkness and decreases during exposure to light. Melatonin is implicated in the regulation of SLEEP, mood, and REPRODUCTION. Melatonin is also an effective antioxidant.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
View this term at the NCBI website
