Multiple choice

Which of the following enzymes is used to check heart attacks due to blood clot formation in the coronary artery?

  1. RNA polymerase

  2. DNA polymerase

  3. Phenylalanine hydroxylase

  4. Tyrosinase

  5. Streptokinase
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E Correct answer
Explanation

This option is correct because streptokinase is an enzyme secreted by several species of streptococci that can bind and activate human plasminogen. Streptokinase is used as an effective and inexpensive thrombolysis medication in some cases of myocardial infarction (heart attack) and pulmonary embolism.

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