Monoamine Oxidase - Subtypes and Tissue Distribution

Subtypes and Tissue Distribution

In humans there are two types of MAO: MAO-A and MAO-B.

  • Both are found in neurons and astroglia.
  • Outside the central nervous system:
    • MAO-A is also found in the liver, gastrointestinal tract, and placenta.
    • MAO-B is mostly found in blood platelets.

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