Which citrate cycle metabolite is used as a precursor for heme biosynthesis?
A) succinyl Co-A
B) oxaloacetate
C) -ketoglutarate
D) malate

Question

Which citrate cycle metabolite is used as a precursor for heme biosynthesis?
A) succinyl Co-A 
B) oxaloacetate 
C) -ketoglutarate 
D) malate

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Succinyl Co-A is used as a precursor for heme biosynthesis. Heme biosynthesis occurs primarily in the mitochondria and involves several steps, including the incorporation of succinyl Co-A into building blocks for heme synthesis.

Which Citrate Cycle Metabolite Is Used as a Precursor for Heme