Because L-Dopa Is Metabolized into an Active Drug in the Body

question 55

Multiple Choice

Because L-dopa is metabolized into an active drug in the body, L-dopa is a________.

• A) metabolite
• B) biomolecule
• C) precursor
• D) prodrug
• E) generic drug

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