melatonin biosynthetic process
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of melatonin (N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine). [ http://openisbn.com/search.php?q=0198506732&isbn=1/ GOC:mah ]
Synonyms: melatonin anabolism, melatonin biosynthesis, melatonin formation, melatonin synthesis
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biological_process
GO:0030187