Which of the following lipids is a precursor for estrogen and bile

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Cholesterol is a precursor for both estrogen and bile. It is modified in the liver to form primary bile acids which are essential for lipid digestion and absorption. It is also used as a precursor for estrogen biosynthesis. Alpha linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid but not a precursor for estrogen or bile. Eicosanoids are signaling molecules derived from polyunsaturated fatty acids and are involved in inflammation and other physiological processes but not estrogen or bile synthesis. Saturated fat is a type of fat that is solid at room temperature and has been linked to heart disease but it is not a precursor for estrogen or bile.

Which of the Following Lipids Is a Precursor for Estrogen