The First Committed Precursor in the Pathway for the Synthesis

question 71

Multiple Choice

The first committed precursor in the pathway for the synthesis of cholesterol is:

• A) Isoprene
• B) Lanosterol
• C) Mevalonic acid
• D) Squalene
• E) None of these is correct.

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