KROK 1 2012 – Question 35 · KROK (Medicine) · Biological Chemistry
An experimental animal that was kept on protein-free diet developed fatty liver infiltration, in particular as a result of deficiency of methylating agents. This is caused by disturbed generation of the following metabolite:
- A. Acetoacetate
- B. Cholesterol
- C. Choline
- D. DOPA
- E. Linoleic acid
Hint
Think about which methyl-group donor derived from dietary protein is needed for the liver to build lipoproteins and send fat out.
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