C-peptide occurs in:
Correct Answer: Proinsulin
Description: Preproinsulin contains a signal peptide of 23-amino acid. The signal peptide is removed as it enters the endoplasmic reticulum. The remainder of the molecule is pro-insulin. This peptide contains A, B chains and the connecting peptide (C peptide). Separation of C peptide produces insulin.
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