Multiple choice Which is a blood cholesterol lowering agent Statins produced by Monascus purpureus Chloramphenicol produced by Streptomyces venezuelae Cyclosporin A Streptococcus Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Statins, produced by the yeast Monascus purpureus, act as competitive inhibitors of the enzyme responsible for cholesterol synthesis in the liver.