Abstract
Summary
Elevated levels of epinephrine are found immediately after administration of a lethal dose of endotoxin. Following this, plasma catechol amine concentration is only slightly above control levels. Prior to death, toxic levels of epinephrine are attained. Serum serotonin concentration falls immediately after administration of endotoxin and remains low throughout the shock state.
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