Their work laid the groundwork for drugs called statins that
block cholesterol synthesis, increase LDL receptors, lower blood cholesterol and prevent heart attacks.
Not exact matches
For example, not only do they
block HMG coenzyme A reductase (a key enzyme in
cholesterol synthesis), they also
block Coenzyme Q10.
As
cholesterol circulates in your pet's blood, it acts as a building
block for steroid hormones, bile ingredients (bile acids), cellular membrane
synthesis and vitamin D production.