Serotonin (5-Hydroxytryptamine) hydrochloride is an analytical standard and a monoamine neurotransmitter in the CNS. It acts as an endogenous 5-HT receptor agonist and a catechol O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitor with a Ki of 44 μM. This compound is used for research and analytical applications, including qualitative, quantitative, and methodological experiments in HPLC, GC, and MS. Its blood-brain barrier permeability is noted.
- Used as an analytical standard
- Functions as a monoamine neurotransmitter in the CNS
- Acts as an endogenous 5-HT receptor agonist
- Inhibits catechol O-methyltransferase (COMT)
- Suitable for HPLC, GC, and MS research experiments