Which of the following molecules is a product of the pentose phosphate pathway?

A Glucose-6-phosphate
B Fructose-6-phosphate
C Ribose-5-phosphate ✓
D Glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate

Explanation

The pentose phosphate pathway generates ribose-5-phosphate, which is used in the synthesis of nucleotides.

Source

Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry
Carbohydrate Metabolism Biochemistry Pentose Phosphate Pathway Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high