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(biochemistry) A carbohydrate found in most mammalian cell membranes..
When certain ticks bite humans, they can transfer alpha-gal into the bloodstream, causing their victims to develop a severe response to red meat consumption.
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Alpha-gal means (biochemistry) A carbohydrate found in most mammalian cell membranes..
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When certain ticks bite humans, they can transfer alpha-gal into the bloodstream, causing their victims to develop a severe response to red meat consumption.
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