noun
- a naturally occurring compound found in plants and animals that serves as a precursor to serotonin and other neurotransmitters
Usage: biochemistry; pharmacology
Examples
- Tryptamine is found in small amounts in the human brain.
- The researcher studied tryptamine derivatives in the laboratory.
- Certain plants contain tryptamine compounds that affect mood.
- Tryptamine serves as a building block for important brain chemicals.
- The scientist isolated tryptamine from the plant extract.
- Tryptamine metabolism plays a role in neurological function.