All of the following are characteristics of cholesterol except
A) it is used for making estrogen and testosterone.
B) it is a component of bile.
C) it is incorporated into cell membranes.
D) it is an essential nutrient.

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Cholesterol is not considered an essential nutrient because the body can synthesize it. Essential nutrients are those that must be obtained through the diet because the body cannot produce them in sufficient quantities.

All of the Following Are Characteristics of Cholesterol Except