The Name Given to the Group of Enzymes That Are

question 17

Multiple Choice

The name given to the group of enzymes that are particularly involved in phase I metabolism of drugs and that involve reduction/oxidation or hydrolysis is:

• A) methyltransferases.
• B) glucuronyltransferases.
• C) urokinases.
• D) cytochromes P-450.

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Definitions:

Ketone

an organic compound characterized by a carbonyl group linked to two alkyl or aryl groups.

Ether

A class of organic compounds characterized by an oxygen atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups, used as solvents and in chemical synthesis.

Tertiary Amine

An amine where the nitrogen atom is connected to three alkyl or aryl groups.

Ethanol

Ethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol, is a volatile, flammable, colorless liquid commonly used as a psychoactive drug in alcoholic beverages and as a solvent in the chemical industry.