Acetyl CoA is used for synthesis of following, except :
Correct Answer: Non-ketogenic amino acids only
Description: Acetyl-CoA is the third branch point of primary metabolic control, and coordinates carbohydrate, ketone, and fat/lipid pathways.Acetyl-CoA is the product of carbohydrate, protein, and lipid catabolism.Acetyl-CoA is a substrate for the citric acid cycle and can be oxidized to generate energy. It is not used for the synthesis of non ketogenic amino acids only. Ref:Valencik M.L., Mastick C.C. (2012). Chapter 10. Metabolism and Vitamins/Minerals. In L.W. Janson, M.E. Tischler (Eds), The Big Picture: Medical Biochemistry.
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