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Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between statins and coenzyme Q10?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between statins and coenzyme Q10?
- Statins increase the synthesis of coenzyme Q10
- Statins have no effect on coenzyme Q10 synthesis
- Statins decrease the synthesis of coenzyme Q10 (correct)
- Statins have an indirect effect on coenzyme Q10 synthesis
What is the precursor for both cholesterol and coenzyme Q10 synthesis?
What is the precursor for both cholesterol and coenzyme Q10 synthesis?
- Mevalonate (correct)
- Electrons
- Complex
- ATP
What is the function of coenzyme Q10 in cells?
What is the function of coenzyme Q10 in cells?
- Transporting electrons (correct)
- Inhibiting statin synthesis
- Synthesizing cholesterol
- Transporting ATP
What is the relationship between statins and cholesterol synthesis?
What is the relationship between statins and cholesterol synthesis?
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What is the effect of decreased coenzyme Q10 synthesis on cells that use a lot of ATP?
What is the effect of decreased coenzyme Q10 synthesis on cells that use a lot of ATP?
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What is the direct effect of statins on coenzyme Q10 synthesis?
What is the direct effect of statins on coenzyme Q10 synthesis?
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What is the relationship between coenzyme Q10 and electron transport in cells?
What is the relationship between coenzyme Q10 and electron transport in cells?
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