Asian flushing, ADH1B, aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 genotypic status among the unique ethnic population of the Himalayan state of Sikkim, India
Background: Alcohol induced flushing a phenotypic instrument variable also known as “Asian flush” was first reported by Wolff (1972), commonly seen among East Asians. This phenotype is indicative of inactive aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 (ALDH2) and high activity of alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH1B). Aims...
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Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Asian Journal of Medical Sciences |
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