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ganglioside [′gaŋ·glē·ō‚sīd] (biochemistry) One of a group of glycosphingolipids found in neuronal surface membranes and spleen; they contain anN-acyl fatty acid derivative of sphingosine linked to a carbohydrate (glucose or galactose); they also containN-acetylglucosamine orN-acetylgalactosamine, andN-acetylneuraminic acid. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Antibodies to gangliosides and galactocerebroside in patients with Guillain-Barre syndrome with preceding Campylobacter jejuni and other identified infections. 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid in developing rats alters behaviour, myelination and regions brain gangliosides pattern. For instance, an international team of scientists has just reported successfully using a drug to treat mice that were genetically predisposed to build up unhealthy concentrations of ganglioside in the brain. |
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