E. R. Trethewie, R. D. Wright
Abstract
Summary An increase in acetylcholine synthesis was detected when “normal” thymus was added to brain extracts. A decrease in acetylcholine synthesis was observed when thymus from a severe case of myasthenia gravis was added to brain extract. The significance of these findings is discussed.
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Summary An increase in acetylcholine synthesis was detected when “normal” thymus was added to brain extracts. A decrease in acetylcholine synthesis was observed when thymus from a severe case of myasthenia gravis was added to brain extract. The significance of these findings is discussed.
Key concepts: Myasthenia gravis, Acetylcholine, Medicine, Neuromuscular junction, Internal medicine, Endocrinology, Anesthesia, Neuroscience