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    ​Which one of the following small molecule neurotransmitters is NOT synthesized from tyrosine?​
    Question

    Which one of the following small molecule neurotransmitters is NOT synthesized from tyrosine?

    A.

    Epinephrine

    B.

    Dopamine

    C.

    Serotonin

    D.

    Norepinephrine

    Correct option is C

    Explanation-

    Option a - Epinephrine
    Synthesized from tyrosine via:
    Tyrosine → L-DOPA → Dopamine → Norepinephrine → Epinephrine

    Option b - Dopamine
    Synthesized from tyrosine via:
    Tyrosine → L-DOPA → Dopamine

    Option c - Serotonin
    NOT synthesized from tyrosine
    Serotonin is synthesized from tryptophan, not tyrosine.
    Tryptophan → 5-HTP → Serotonin

    Option d - Norepinephrine
    Synthesized from tyrosine via:
    Tyrosine → L-DOPA → Dopamine → Norepinephrine

    So, the correct answer is option c — Serotonin


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