Tag: GABA

Screenshot 2024 05 10 184445 Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA): Introduction, Structure, Synthesis and Functions etc.
May 10

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA): Introduction, Structure, Synthesis and Functions etc.

Gamma-aminobutyric acid, commonly referred to as GABA, is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system (CNS) of mammals, including humans. It plays a crucial role in regulating neuronal excitability throughout the nervous system. Chemical Structure: GABA is a non-protein amino acid with the chemical formula C4H9NO2. Structurally, it is derived from the neurotransmitter […]

Screenshot 2023 12 07 104620 Neurotransmitters- What they are, Types & Functions
Dec 07

Neurotransmitters- What they are, Types & Functions

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that play a crucial role in transmitting signals across synapses in the nervous system. These signaling molecules transmit information from one neuron to another or from neurons to target cells (e.g., muscles or glands). Neurotransmitters can be classified based on various criteria, and each type has specific properties. Here’s a classification […]