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All are true about glutathione except ?

Correct answer: B. It converts hemoglobin to methemoglobin

  • A. It is a tripetide
  • B. It converts hemoglobin to methemoglobin
  • C. It conjugates xenobiotics
  • D. It scavenges free radicals and superoxide ions

Explanation

Glutathione is a tripeptide that detoxifies xenobiotics and protects cells by reducing reactive oxygen species. It helps prevent oxidation of haemoglobin rather than converting haemoglobin into methemoglobin.

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