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Question
The following molecules are used as blood-cholesterol lowering agents.
Options
Cyclosporin A
Streptokinase
Aspergillus
Statins
MCQ
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Solution
Statins
Explanation:
Statins, produced by the yeast Monascus purpureus, lower blood cholesterol by inhibiting the enzyme needed for its synthesis. Cyclosporin A is an immunosuppressant, Streptokinase is a clot buster and Aspergillus is a fungus.
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