Essential Biochemistry - Lipid Metabolism (Section 9 - No. 47)

Which of the following is true in fatty acid elongation?
Occurs in mitochondria and microsomes
Requires provision of essential fatty acids
Requires biotin as a cofactor
Occurs only in cytosol

Explanation

Fatty acid elongation occurs in the endoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria, requiring essential fatty acids.

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