Biochemistry
Biochemistry
9th Edition
ISBN: 9781319114671
Author: Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 26, Problem 22P
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The statins and their pharmacological function should be determined.

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The steroid can be defined as a biologically active organic compound that has four rings organized in a definite molecular configuration. The steroid core structure consists of seventeen carbon atoms. These carbon atoms are bonded in four rings. Steroids generally show variation due to the presence of functional groups attached to the core ring and by its oxidation state. Cholesterol is a type of steroid.

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