| RefNo | MM/22/78 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Copy letter from John Henry Gaddum, Department of Pharmacology, University New Buildings, Teviot Place, Edinburgh, to Dr [Maurice] Rapport |
| Date | 24 August 1951 |
| Description | Thanking Rapport for a sample of serotonin which he had in America. Gives an account of its use, including on a guinea-pig's intestine. Gaddum was surprised to find that serotonin was a depressor of a rat's blood pressure. Asks if his corrrespondent has made any progress with the pharmacology or chemistry of these substances and whether it has been proven to be 5-hydroxytryptamine. Queries if the Upjohn company have synthesized it. |
| Extent | 1p |
| Format | Photocopy |
| PhysicalDescription | On paper, from an original typescript |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA1826 | Gaddum; Sir; John Henry (1900 - 1965); physiologist | 1900 - 1965 |