CHOLINE
\kˈɒliːn], \kˈɒliːn], \k_ˈɒ_l_iː_n]\
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A 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.
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A crystalline base found in plants and animals with composition C5H15O2N.
By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.
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