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choline acetyltransferase
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An enzyme that controls the production of acetylcholine; appears to be depleted in the brains of individuals with Alzheimer
Ãâó: www.alz.org/Resources/Glossary.asp
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choline acetylase
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An enzyme system that helps generate acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter. (Acetylcholine is synthesized from choline and acetylCoA by the enzyme choline acetylase.)
Ãâó: www.nutros.com/nsr-05zzz.html
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choline
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A natural substance found in food, often classified as aB vitamin, that's part of many other molecules, including acetylcholine and lecithin.
Ãâó: www.nutros.com/nsr-05zzz.html
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cholecystectomy
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the surgical procedure to remove gallstones from the gallbladder.
Ãâó: www.shortbowel.com/glossary/c.asp
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cholecystokinin
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a hormone secreted by the upper intestine that stimulates contractions of the gallbladder and increases the secretion of pancreatic juices.
Ãâó: www.shortbowel.com/glossary/c.asp
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