Which enzyme is responsible for the conversion of methionine to homocysteine, and what condition is associated with elevated levels of homocysteine?
A
Methionine synthase, and elevated homocysteine levels are associated with Atherosclerosis
B
Cystathionine beta-synthase, and elevated homocysteine levels are associated with Homocystinuria
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C
Methionine adenosyltransferase, and elevated homocysteine levels are associated with Alzheimer's disease
D
S-adenosylhomocysteine hydrolase, and elevated homocysteine levels are associated with Cardiovascular disease
Explanation
Cystathionine beta-synthase is the enzyme responsible for the conversion of methionine to homocysteine. Elevated levels of homocysteine are associated with Homocystinuria, a genetic disorder that affects the metabolism of amino acids.
Enzymes in Disease
Biochemistry
Amino Acid Metabolism
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