Hypocretin, also known as orexin, refers to a group of neuropeptides in the brain that play an important role in regulating wakefulness, appetite, and energy expenditure. A deficiency in hypocretin is associated with the sleep disorder narcolepsy.
Hypocretin, also known as orexin, refers to a group of neuropeptides in the brain that play an important role in regulating wakefulness, appetite, and energy expenditure. A deficiency in hypocretin is associated with the sleep disorder narcolepsy.