Biochemistry Decreased energy production in thiamine deficiency is due to? A It is a cofactor for oxidative reduction B It is required for transamination reactions C It is a coenzyme for alpha ketoglutarate dehydrogenase and pyruvate dehydrogenase in citric acid cycle D It is a coenzyme for transketolase in hexose monophosphate shunt 💡 Explanation Decreased energy production in thiamine deficiency is due to? ✓ Correct Answer: C. It is a coenzyme for alpha ketoglutarate dehydrogenase and pyruvate dehydrogenase in citric acid cycle