What Is the First Key Enzyme Required for the Synthesis

question 25

Multiple Choice

What is the first key enzyme required for the synthesis of prostaglandins from arachidonic acid?

• A) protein Kinase C
• B) synthase
• C) transferase
• D) COX (cyclic oxygenase)

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