n :  a phenolic amine neurotransmitter C₁₀H₁₂N₂O that is a powerful vasoconstrictor and is found esp. in the brain, blood serum, and gastric mucous membrane of mammals - called also 5-HT 5-hydroxytryptamine  .
 
   
 
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