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Racial differences in alcohol sensitivity.

A W Chan

    Alcohol and Alcoholism (Oxford, Oxfordshire)
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Facial flushing after alcohol consumption is common in Oriental populations due to less active liver aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDHI). This genetic trait may influence alcohol consumption patterns and alcoholism risk, though other factors are also involved.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Pharmacogenetics
    • Population Genetics

    Background:

    • Racial differences in alcohol sensitivity, particularly facial flushing, are well-documented between Oriental and Caucasian populations.
    • Facial flushing is observed in 47-85% of Orientals versus 3-29% of Caucasians, often accompanied by discomfort.
    • While Oriental and Caucasian groups show differences, studies on American Indian populations regarding alcohol metabolism and flushing are lacking.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the biochemical and genetic mechanisms underlying alcohol-induced facial flushing.
    • To explore the relationship between alcohol metabolism, flushing, and alcohol consumption patterns across different populations.
    • To examine the role of specific enzymes, like aldehyde dehydrogenase, in alcohol sensitivity.

    Main Methods:

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    • Biochemical analysis of alcohol metabolism, focusing on enzyme activity and metabolite levels.
    • Phenotypic assessment of alcohol dehydrogenase and aldehyde dehydrogenase.
    • Review of existing literature and pedigree studies on flushing responses and familial risk.

    Main Results:

    • A less-active liver aldehyde dehydrogenase isozyme (ALDHI) is strongly implicated in acetaldehyde accumulation, causing flushing in susceptible individuals.
    • An 'atypical' alcohol dehydrogenase variant, prevalent in Oriental subjects, may also contribute to elevated acetaldehyde levels.
    • Flushing susceptibility is linked to reduced alcohol consumption in Orientals and shows familial aggregation, suggesting a pharmacogenetic basis.

    Conclusions:

    • The primary mechanism for alcohol flushing involves a pharmacogenetic defect in liver aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDHI), leading to acetaldehyde buildup.
    • While flushing influences alcohol consumption, it's not the sole determinant of alcoholism incidence; socio-cultural and environmental factors are also critical.
    • Further research is needed to investigate other potential biochemical pathways and genetic defects contributing to alcohol sensitivity and flushing.