alleryThe body can convert which amino acid into niacin?
ALysine
BHistidine
CTryptophan
DLeucine
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Tryptophan
1. The question asks about: The body can convert which amino acid into niacin?
2. Correct answer: Tryptophan. niacin is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan...
3. Why the others fail: Niacin is made from tryptophan.
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