5-HT1A Receptor - Ligands

Ligands

The distribution of 5-HT_1A receptors in the human brain may be imaged with the positron emission tomography using the radioligand WAY-100,635. For example, one study has found increased 5-HT_1A binding in type 2 diabetes. Another PET study found a negative correlation between the amount of 5-HT_1A binding in the raphe nuclei, hippocampus and neocortex and a self-reported tendency to have spiritual experiences. Labeled with tritium, WAY-100,635 may also be used in autoradiography.