Term Name: | biogenic amine catabolic process |
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Synonyms: | biogenic amine breakdown, biogenic amine catabolism, biogenic amine degradation |
Definition: | The chemical reactions and pathways occurring at the level of individual cells resulting in the breakdown of biogenic amines, any of a group of naturally occurring, biologically active amines, such as norepinephrine, histamine, and serotonin, many of which act as neurotransmitters. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0042402] QuickGO AmiGO |