Circuit regulating anti-diabetic actions of serotonin uncovered

Serotonin receptor knockout ( HTR2C ) produces insulin resistance in mice, an effect mediated by hypothalamic pro-opiomelanocortin  neurones.
Many neuroleptics affect 5-HT receptors, and the weight gains and diabetes related problems associated with these drugs may be related to this effect.
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