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The conversion of acyclovir to its active nucleotide form by viral thymidine kinase involves which type of reaction

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Acyclovir needs 3 phosphates (Triphosphate) to "tri" and stop viral DNA.
Updated On: May 25, 2026
  • Acyclovir thymidine trihydroxy phosphate, phosphorylation
  • Acyclovir thymidine hydroxy phosphate, phosphorylation
  • Acyclovir phosphate, hydroxylation
  • Acyclovir diphosphate, hydroxylation
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The Correct Option is A

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