The "alcohol flush reaction"
A) results from an inability to metabolize alcohol.
B) might explain the reduced rate of alcoholism seen amongst Native American peoples.
C) is seen during alcohol withdrawal.
D) produces a spike in blood pressure and body temperature.

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The "alcohol flush reaction" is due to an inability to metabolize alcohol properly, often because of a deficiency in the enzyme aldehyde dehydrogenase, leading to the accumulation of acetaldehyde.

The "Alcohol Flush Reaction