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The choline esterase concentration was found to be increased in the serum and small intestine of beriberi pigeons. The small intestine of beriberi pigeons showed decreased sensitivity to acetylcholine. The basis of these effects, and their significance has been discussed.
The authors wish to thank Miss Bessie Zirin, Mr. Sidney Morett and Mr. William Emich for their technical assistance in this investigation.
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