Melatonin: Physiological effects in humans
Abstract
Melatonin is a methoxyindole synthesized and secreted principally by the pineal gland at night under normal light/dark conditions. The endogenous rhythm of secretion is generated by the suprachiasmatic nuclei and entrained to the light/dark cycle. Light is able to either suppress or synchronize melatonin production according to the light schedule. The nycthohemeral rhythm of this hormone can be evaluated by repeated measurement of plasma or...
Paper Details
Title
Melatonin: Physiological effects in humans
Published Date
Apr 1, 2015
Journal
Volume
61
Issue
2-3
Pages
77 - 84
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