This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Cholesterol and Lipoproteins, Subject name: Biochemistry
Cholesterol is not a precursor for synthesis of - 
Select and explain. 
A. Vitamin D, B. Progesterone, C. Bile acids, D. Lipocortin
D: Lipocortin
Answer: D: Lipocortin 
Explanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Lipocortino Cholesterol is an important precursor for the synthesis of :-i) Steroid hormones:- Progesterone, estrogen,, androgens, glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoidsii) Vitamin Diii) Bile acids