Biochemical and Pharmacological Studies with d- and l-5-Hydroxytryptophan
- 1 April 1957
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Frontiers Media SA in Experimental Biology and Medicine
- Vol. 94 (4), 725-728
- https://doi.org/10.3181/00379727-94-23066
Abstract
The D and L forms of 5-hydroxytryptophan were prepared. Only the L form was acted on by 5HTP decarboxylase, to increase brain serotonin levels in vivo, and to be pharmacologically active.Keywords
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