Which of the following nutrients is essential for the synthesis of carnitine, a molecule involved in the transport of fatty acids into mitochondria?
A
Vitamin C
B
Vitamin B6
C
Lysine
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D
Vitamin B12 and Lysine, along with other micronutrients like Iron, but specifically Vitamin C is not directly involved, however, Vitamin C helps in absorption of Iron which is necessary for carnitine synthesis. Among given options, lysine is directly involved.
Explanation
Lysine is an amino acid that is necessary for the synthesis of carnitine, which plays a crucial role in the transport of fatty acids into mitochondria for beta-oxidation.
Source
Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry
Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders
Nutrition and Biochemistry
Carnitine Synthesis and Function
Hard
MEDICAL
Confidence: medium
