serotonin catabolic process
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine), a monoamine neurotransmitter occurring in the peripheral and central nervous systems, also having hormonal properties. [ http://openisbn.com/search.php?q=0198506732&isbn=1/ GOC:jl ]
Synonyms: serotonin catabolism, serotonin degradation, serotonin breakdown
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biological_process
GO:0042429