Preferred Label : Choline;
NCIt synonyms : 2-hydroxyethyl-trimethyl-ammonium; Vitamin J; (2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A nutrient in the vitamin B complex that the body needs in small amounts
to function and stay healthy. Choline helps cells make membranes, make a neurotransmitter
(a chemical that helps nerve cells communicate with other cells), and remove fat from
the liver. It is found in whole milk, beef liver, eggs, soy foods, and peanuts. Choline
is water-soluble (can dissolve in water) and must be taken in every day. Not enough
choline can cause diseases of the heart and blood vessels and damage to the liver.
A form of choline is being studied in the treatment of some types of cancer and to
reduce pain and fever. Choline is also being studied together with vitamin B12 in
the prevention and treatment of cancer.; CRCH: Water-soluble vitamin that is a precursor for acetylcholine, phospholipids,
and the methyl donor betaine. (DRI);
UNII : N91BDP6H0X;
InChIKey : OEYIOHPDSNJKLS-UHFFFAOYSA-N;
CAS number : 62-49-7; a href https://gsrs.ncats.nih.gov/ginas/app/beta/browse-substance?search 62-49-7
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Unit used : mcg;
Chemical formula : C5H14NO;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:15354;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000556410; 00994;
Origin ID : C61674;
UMLS CUI : C0008405;
Semantic type(s)
- UMLS correspondences (same concept)
- concept_is_in_subset
