Melatonin

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Melatonin function

maintains sleep/wake cycle; high during sleep, regulates onset of puberty

Melatonin regulation

Regulated by Sunlight; Light inhibits production, dark stimulates production

Melatonin target tissue

brain

Melatonin: Hypersecretion

decreased reproductive behavior, depressed mood, excessive sleepiness

Melatonin location

pineal gland

Melatonin: Hyposecretion

premature puberty, insomnia


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