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Choline catabolism

Proteins (6)

ProteinSynonymsTaxonomy
Betaine--homocysteine S-methyltransferase 1EC 2.1.1.5Homo sapiens (human)
Choline dehydrogenase, mitochondrialCDH; CHD; EC 1.1.99.1Homo sapiens (human)
Sarcosine dehydrogenase, mitochondrialSarDH; EC 1.5.8.3; BPR-2Homo sapiens (human)
Dimethylglycine dehydrogenase, mitochondrialEC 1.5.8.4; ME2GLYDHHomo sapiens (human)
Alpha-aminoadipic semialdehyde dehydrogenaseAlpha-AASA dehydrogenase; EC 1.2.1.31; Aldehyde dehydrogenase family 7 member A1; 1.2.1.3; Antiquitin-1; Betaine aldehyde dehydrogenase; 1.2.1.8; Delta1-piperideine-6-carboxylate dehydrogenase; P6c dehydrogenaseHomo sapiens (human)
Choline transporter-like protein 1CDw92; Solute carrier family 44 member 1Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (10)

CompoundDescription
NADH
betaineA naturally occurring compound that has been of interest for its role in osmoregulation. As a drug, betaine hydrochloride has been used as a source of hydrochloric acid in the treatment of hypochlorhydria. Betaine has also been used in the treatment of liver disorders, for hyperkalemia, for homocystinuria, and for gastrointestinal disturbances. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1341)
cholineA basic constituent of lecithin that is found in many plants and animal organs. It is important as a precursor of acetylcholine, as a methyl donor in various metabolic processes, and in lipid metabolism.
ZincA metallic element of atomic number 30 and atomic weight 65.38. It is a necessary trace element in the diet, forming an essential part of many enzymes, and playing an important role in protein synthesis and in cell division. Zinc deficiency is associated with ANEMIA, short stature, HYPOGONADISM, impaired WOUND HEALING, and geophagia. It is known by the symbol Zn.
formaldehydeA highly reactive aldehyde gas formed by oxidation or incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons. In solution, it has a wide range of uses: in the manufacture of resins and textiles, as a disinfectant, and as a laboratory fixative or preservative. Formaldehyde solution (formalin) is considered a hazardous compound, and its vapor toxic. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p717)
WaterA clear, odorless, tasteless liquid that is essential for most animal and plant life and is an excellent solvent for many substances. The chemical formula is hydrogen oxide (H2O). (McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 4th ed)
nadA coenzyme composed of ribosylnicotinamide 5'-diphosphate coupled to adenosine 5'-phosphate by pyrophosphate linkage. It is found widely in nature and is involved in numerous enzymatic reactions in which it serves as an electron carrier by being alternately oxidized (NAD+) and reduced (NADH). (Dorland, 27th ed)
betaine aldehyde
cocobetaineN-alkyl-betaine; cause of shampoo dermatitis
Flavin-Adenine DinucleotideA condensation product of riboflavin and adenosine diphosphate. The coenzyme of various aerobic dehydrogenases, e.g., D-amino acid oxidase and L-amino acid oxidase. (Lehninger, Principles of Biochemistry, 1982, p972)