Aldehyde Dehydrogenase (ALDH)

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An enzyme that oxidizes acetaldehyde into acetate. Genetic variations in ALDH2 can lead to acetaldehyde accumulation and adverse reactions to alcohol.

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An enzyme that oxidizes acetaldehyde into acetate. Genetic variations in ALDH2 can lead to acetaldehyde accumulation and adverse reactions to alcohol.