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Biogenic amines in coelenterates

M Carlberg1, M Anctil

  • 1Department of Zoology, University of Lund, Sweden.

Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology. C, Comparative Pharmacology and Toxicology
|September 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Biogenic amines, including dopamine, act as intercellular messengers in hydrozoans. Research reveals beta-adrenergic and serotoninergic mechanisms in anthozoans like Renilla for physiological control.

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Area of Science:

  • Marine Biology
  • Neurobiology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • Coelenterates, including hydrozoans and anthozoans, exhibit complex physiological processes.
  • Biogenic amines are crucial signaling molecules in various biological systems.
  • Understanding neurotransmitter roles in invertebrates provides insights into evolutionary pathways.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review key findings on biogenic amines in coelenterates over the past 30 years.
  • To elucidate the specific roles of dopamine, beta-adrenergic, and serotoninergic mechanisms in coelenterate physiology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of histochemical studies.
  • Analysis of chemical data on biogenic amine presence and function.
  • Synthesis of physiological evidence from coelenterate research.

Main Results:

  • Dopamine is confirmed as an intercellular messenger in hydrozoans.
  • The anthozoan Renilla utilizes beta-adrenergic pathways for bioluminescence regulation.
  • Serotoninergic pathways are implicated in the rhythmic contractions of Renilla.

Conclusions:

  • Biogenic amines play significant roles in coelenterate intercellular communication and physiological regulation.
  • Specific amine pathways are conserved or adapted for distinct functions in different coelenterate classes.

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