Science, Vol 194, Issue 4264, 539-541
Copyright © 1976 by American Association for the Advancement of Science
Dopaminergic agents: influence on serotonin in the molluscan nervous system
GB Stefano,
E Catapane,
and
E Aiello
Treatment of the mussel Mytilus edulis with 6-hydroxydopamine or with alpha-methyl-p-tyrosine decreased dopamine and increased serotonin in the nervous system. Treatment with dopamine decreased serotonin concentrations and prevented the effect of 6-hydroxydopamine. The serotonin concentration appears to be determined in part by the concentration of dopamine.