Pineal gland and melatonin

Author: Zhao Ying
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book systematically discusses the synthesis, secretion, regulation, physiological functions of melatonin, and its relationship with diseases, as well as the current status and prospects of melatonin receptor distribution in the body and the application of melatonin. It reflects the latest research status and achievements in this field, as well as development trends. It can be said to be the first comprehensive and systematic introduction to melatonin and melatonin receptors in China, covering both basic and clinical aspects, from theory to practice. This book enables readers to correctly understand the effects of melatonin and correct some misunderstandings. The publication of this book will play an important role in the research and application of melatonin-related physiology, biology, medicine, and pharmacology in China.
Melatonin is a neuroendocrine hormone secreted by the pineal gland. Its English transliteration is melatonin, commonly known as "brain gold." Recent studies have found that melatonin has a wide range of biological effects, such as sedation, hypnotic effects, immune stimulation, anti-aging, and anti-tumor. This book elaborates on the synthesis, secretion, and metabolism of pineal melatonin, pineal melatonin receptors, the physiological functions of pineal melatonin, pineal glands and melatonin in relation to diseases, clinical applications of melatonin, and prospects.
The book presents a systematic discussion, elevating the research on the basic and clinical aspects of melatonin to a new stage. It reflects the latest research status and achievements in this field, as well as development trends, and can be considered the first comprehensive and systematic melatonin book in China, covering both basic and clinical aspects, from theory to practice. The publication of this book will play an important role in the research and application of melatonin-related physiology, biology, medicine, and pharmacology.