A group of nursing students is reviewing the various neurotransmitters. The students demonstrate understanding when they identify which of the following as a neuropeptide?
A) Melatonin
B) Serotonin
C) Glutamate
D) Gamma-aminobutyric acid
Ans: A
Melatonin is classified as a neuropeptide. Serotonin is classified as a biogenic amine. Glutamate and gamma-aminobutyric acid are amino acids.
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