Central Interleukin-1β Suppresses the Nocturnal Secretion of Melatonin
In vertebrates, numerous processes occur in a rhythmic manner. The hormonal signal reliably reflecting the environmental light conditions is melatonin. Nocturnal melatonin secretion patterns could be disturbed in pathophysiological states, including inflammation, Alzheimer’s disease, and depression....
| Main Authors: | , , , , , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Mediators of Inflammation |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/2589483 |