Leukotrienes, Prostaglandins, and Thromboxanes are All Examples Of

Question

Leukotrienes, prostaglandins, and thromboxanes are all examples of
A) amino acid derivatives.
B) eicosanoids.
C) tyrosine derivatives.
D) glycoproteins.
E) steroid hormones.

Accepted Answer

Leukotrienes, prostaglandins, and thromboxanes are all examples of eicosanoids. They are signaling molecules derived from the fatty acid arachidonic acid and play important roles in inflammation, blood clotting, and smooth muscle contraction.