What is the role of nitric oxide (NO) in establishing and maintaining an erection?
A. NO metabolizes cyclic guanosine monophosphate.
B. NO blocks phosphodiesterase type 5.
C. NO stimulates the enzyme guanylatecyclase.
D. NO produces cyclic guanosine monophosphate.
Answer: C
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