The figure above depicts the biochemical pathway involving synthesis of cholesterol. Excess precursors, like acetyl CoA, could lead to overproduction of cholesterol. Once there is an excessive production of cholesterol, certain cardiovascular risks could amplify. In the management of excess cholesterol production, do you think that targeting this pathway would provide a clinical value? Why, or why not?

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