This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Autacoids, Subject name: Pharmacology
Aspirin inhibits which of the following enzymes 
Select and explain. 
A. Lipoprotein lipase, B. Lipo oxygenase, C. Cyclooxygenase, D. Phospholipase d
C: Cyclooxygenase
Answer: C: Cyclooxygenase 
Explanation: Aspirin is an NSAIDs and acts by Irreversible inhibition of cyclooxygenase enzyme that decreases the formation of prostaglandins. Refer katzung 10/e p554 KDT 6/e p185