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The local hormone leukotriens is synthesised by

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Arachidonic acid
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Citric acid
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Carbonic acid
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is A Arachidonic acid
Prostaglandins and leukotrienes are commonly known as eicosanoids. These molecules are produced by the oxidation of the arachidonic acid. The prostaglandins are released by the damaged cells. Leukotrienes are released by the immune cells which communicate with the other cells to release molecules which cause redness, itching, swelling, etc.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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