Which vitamin can be synthesized from tryptophan:
Correct Answer: Niacin
Description: Ans. (a) NiacinRef: Harpers Biochemistry, 30th ed. pg. 557* Niacin is synthesized from tryptophan via kynurenine and quinolinic acids as key biosynthetic intermediates.* Refer to above explanation for more details.
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