what-would-be-the-consequence-of-a-genetic-mutation-that-prevents-cholesterol-sy

Question

What would be the consequence of a genetic mutation that prevents cholesterol synthesis on steroid hormone function?

Accepted Answer

Steroid hormones would lose their hydrophobic nature, affecting their ability to diffuse through membranes.

Answer

Steroid hormones would be unaffected as cholesterol is not involved in their structure.

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Steroid hormones would become more hydrophilic, enhancing their function.

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Steroid hormones would bind more effectively to extracellular receptors.