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Suggested pathways for HST-catalyzed farnesylation of homogentisate. In Enzyme Cycle A, homogentisate is decarboxylated to 2-methylquinol prior to prenyl transfer, whereas in the major pathway, Enzyme Cycle B, prenylation occurs without decarboxylation. E, free HST enzyme; PP, pyrophosphate.
