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renzo156

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An important function of monoamine oxidase is to
 
  a. provide the precursor for the catecholamines.
  b. convert dopamine into norepinephrine.
  c. convert norepinephrine into epinephrine.
  d. convert catecholamines and serotonin into inactive forms.
  e. speed up the digestion of cheese within the gut.

Question 2

Which treatment has the least side effects?
 
  a. tricyclics
  b. drugs that inhibit MAO
  c. lithium
  d. SSRIs
  e. electroconvulsive shock therapy


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annierak

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: d. convert catecholamines and serotonin into inactive forms.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d. SSRIs


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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