Serotonin Catabolism 1

The video explores serotonin's synthesis, roles, and catabolic pathways. It details the mechanisms of serotonin metabolism, including hydroxylation, sulfation, and glucuronidation, which increase molecule polarity for excretion. The video also covers serotonin oxidation to aldehyde and carboxylate, and non-enzymatic reactions, emphasizing the importance of these processes in terminating serotonin's biological activity.

What are the potential fates of 5-hydroxy indole acetaldehyde?

What is the role of aldehyde dehydrogenase in serotonin catabolism?

Discuss the spontaneous reaction involving L-cysteine in serotonin metabolism.

How does glucuronidation contribute to the excretion of serotonin?