ISSN:
1420-9071
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH) activity is demonstrated in two mutant strains ofD. melanogaster lacking active aldehyde oxidase (ALDOX). The levels of ALDH activity are compared with those found for the wild strain ofD. melanogaster and its sibling speciesD. simulans. These data provide a rational explanation for the capacity of ALDOX-null flies to detoxify acetaldehyde and use it for energy production.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01943140