Pharmacy Curriculum Outcomes Assessment (PCOA) Practice Exam

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Which intestinal enzyme can activate a prodrug containing a cholesterol ester?

Amylase
Lipase
Pepsin
Trypsin

The correct answer is: Lipase

Lipase is the correct answer because it is an enzyme that breaks down lipids, including cholesterol esters, which are a type of lipid. Amylase, pepsin, and trypsin are enzymes that break down carbohydrates, proteins, and peptides, respectively, and would not be able to activate a cholesterol ester prodrug.