Circadian Pattern of Melatonin MT1 and MT2 Receptor Localization in the Rat Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

The suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) is the circadian pacemaker. The pineal hormone melatonin is involved in the regulation of circadian phase. As a part of the circadian system its synthesis and secretion is under SCN control. On the other hand, melatonin feeds back on the SCN to regulate its function...

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Main Authors: Nermien Waly, Richard Hallworth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ubiquity Press 2015-03-01
Series:Journal of Circadian Rhythms
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Online Access:https://www.jcircadianrhythms.com/articles/122