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What Is Pseudocholinesterase Deficiency?
Hello Dr. Narasi, I was wondering what has been discovered about Pseudocholinesterase Deficiency and the ability to break down alcohol in one s system. Specifically, if one has this condition, if it is more difficult for the body to break down and metabolize alcohol, especially wine. Thank you, Debbie
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There is no relation of pseudocholinesterase deficiency and alcohol breakdown. Alcohol is completely metabolized by a different pathway involving alcohol dehydronase and aldehyde dehydrogenase enzyme. Pseudocholinesterase is important for metabolizing some anesthetic agents.
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There is no relation of pseudocholinesterase deficiency and alcohol breakdown. Alcohol is completely metabolized by a different pathway involving alcohol dehydronase and aldehyde dehydrogenase enzyme. Pseudocholinesterase is important for metabolizing some anesthetic agents.
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