With regard to metabolism, when does biotransformation occur?
a. When enzymes detoxify and degrade the biologically active chemicals
b. After a medication is absorbed by the body
c. Once the medication binds to proteins after absorption
d. When proteins are bound to albumin and considered still active
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A Biotransformation occurs when enzymes detoxify, degrade, and remove the biologically active chemicals.
B Biotransformation does not occur after a medication is absorbed by the body.
C Biotransformation does not occur once the medication binds to proteins after absorption.
D Biotransformation does not occur when proteins are bound to albumin and considered still active.
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