Biotransformation is also called:
a. metabolism c. excretion
b. absorption d. anabolism
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A Correct. Biotransformation is also called metabolism, refers to the transformation or alteration of chemical structures from their original form. This transformation facilitates excretion.
B Incorrect. Absorption is the process thereby drugs move from the site of administration into the bloodstream, not biotransformation.
C Incorrect. Excretion is the removal of the modified substances, but is not the same as biotransformation.
D Incorrect. Though anabolism is a constructive metabolism characterized by the conversion of simple substances into more compounds of living matter, "building up", not he same as biotransformation.
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