What is the first key enzyme required for the synthesis of prostaglandins from arachidonic acid?
A)Protein Kinase C
B)Synthase
C)Transferase
D)COX (cyclic oxygenase)

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COX (cyclic oxygenase), also known as prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase (PTGS), is the first key enzyme required for the synthesis of prostaglandins from arachidonic acid. It converts arachidonic acid into prostaglandin H2, which is the starting molecule for the synthesis of various prostaglandins.

What Is the First Key Enzyme Required for the Synthesis