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What is co-enzyme Q10, and why was it tested?

April 26, 2017co-enzyme Q10 tested

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What is co-enzyme Q10, and why was it tested?

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Co-enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an anti-oxidant, and plays a role in the function of mitochondria, the energy factories of human cells. Animal and human research has suggested that a reduced supply of cellular energy and/or tissue oxidation, may play a role in the nerve cell death that occurs in HD.