Ronald has an inherited metabolic defect in which his cells have difficulty processing homocysteine to methionine.His physician may recommend vitamin _____ supplements to help Ronald's body metabolize homocysteine.
A)A
B)B-6
C)D
D)C

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Vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine) is involved in the metabolism of homocysteine, where it acts as a coenzyme in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine. Therefore, supplementation with vitamin B-6 can help in conditions where there is difficulty in processing homocysteine.

Ronald Has an Inherited Metabolic Defect in Which His Cells