The gene encoding apolipoprotein B exists in two isoforms, APOB100 and APOB48. These two forms are produced as a result of

A. alternative splicing.
B. tissue-specific expression.
C. a gene mutation that results in a stop codon.
D. RNA editing.


Answer: D

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