Multiple choice

Which of the following fatty acids is a vital component of the cerebral cortex, skin, sperm and testicles in humans?

  1. Prostaglandins

  2. Leukotrienes

  3. Thromboxane A2

  4. Arachidonic acid

  5. Docosahexaenoic acid

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E Correct answer
Explanation

Docosahexaenoic acid is an omega-3 fatty acid that is a primary structural component of the human brain, cerebral cortex, skin, sperm, testicles and retina. It can be synthesized from alpha-linolenic acid or obtained directly from maternal milk or fish oil.