26.___ is the blood cholesterol lowering agent, which is produced by ___ A. Streptokinase, Streptococcus B. Statins, Streptococcus C. Statins, monascus purpureus D. Streptokinase, monascus purpureus
Option C. Statin is obtained from a yeast (Fungi) called Monascus purpureus It acts by competitively inhibiting the enzyme responsible for synthesis of cholesterol.
