Alcohol
Exposure Definition
Ethanol consumption from alcoholic beverages. Includes beer, wine, spirits. Dose-dependent effects on liver, cardiovascular system, cancer risk, and neuropsychiatric outcomes. Moderate vs heavy use has different risk profiles.
Proxies
| Name | Unit | Measurement | Data source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drinks per week | standard drinks | Self-report questionnaire | AUDIT or similar |
| Blood alcohol | g/dL | Assay | Biomarker |
Biological Systems Affected
hepatic
Steatosis, cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma
cardiovascular
J-shaped curve; moderate may have different effects than heavy
Sensitive Developmental Windows
adolescence (10-24)
Alcohol initiation; brain development; addiction risk
GxE Highlights
No GxE highlights recorded.
Tissue-Specific Notes
liver— metabolism
References
- 1.Rehm J, et al. (2017). Alcohol and global health. The Lancet. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(17)32366-9