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Monoamine oxidase type A (MAOA)

Definition:

Monoamine oxidase type A (MAOA) is a subform of Monoamine Oxidase. MAOA catabolizes monoamine transmitters, serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine, and is critical in the onset, progression and therapy of neuropsychiatric disorders. MAOA inhibitors act as antidepressant and antianxiety agents.

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