Metabolites of tryptophan can give rise to:
Trytophan is an essential amino acid and is precursor of Serotonin, Melatonin & Niacin.Clinical effects of Serotonin or 5Htase: Symptoms occur due to effect on smooth muscle. Cutaneous vasomotor episodes of flushing.- Potent vasoconstriction.- Chronic diarrhoeaRespiratory distress & bronchospasm.Albinism accompanies defective melanine, product of tyrosine biosynthesis
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