An enzyme involved in the break-down of alcohol.
A primary enzyme in the metabolism of alcohol, which oxidizes it to acetaldehyde. Eighty-five percent of the Japanese population and other Asian populations have an atypical ADH enzyme, which is about five times faster than normal. Consumption of alcohol by such persons leads to accumulation of acetaldehyde, which results in facial flushing, extensive vasodilation, and a racing heart (tachycardia).
An enzyme in the digestive tract that metabolizes alcohol.
An enzyme in the liver that acts upon alcohol, oxidizing it, resulting in the release of energy, carbon dioxide, and oxygen.
A liver enzyme that helps convert alcohol into acetaldehyde.