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Why Is Poor Plasmalogen Synthesis Potentially Fatal

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Why is poor plasmalogen synthesis potentially fatal?


A) The nervous system is affected because plasmalogens are important constituents of the myelin sheath.
B) The mitochondria will not function properly due to lack of plasmalogen produced cardiolipin.
C) Poor nutrient absorption will occur in the small intestine where plasmalogens aid with the absorption of lipid-soluble vitamins and other hydrophobic substances.
D) Protein synthesis is affected due to the inability of plasmalogens binding ribosomes to the endoplasmic reticulum.

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