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What is the primary function of creatine phosphate in muscle cells?

  • To regenerate ATP from ADP, providing a quick energy source. (correct)
  • To transport oxygen to muscle cells.
  • To directly provide energy for muscle contraction.
  • To act as a buffer to regulate pH during exercise.

How does creatine phosphate supplementation potentially enhance exercise performance?

  • By increasing muscle mass and reducing fat tissue.
  • By increasing the rate of glucose uptake by muscle cells.
  • By directly stimulating muscle protein synthesis.
  • By increasing the availability of ATP for muscle contractions during high-intensity exercise. (correct)

Which of the following conditions is characterized by impaired muscle function and energy metabolism, possibly linked to altered creatine metabolism?

  • Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) (correct)
  • Alzheimer's disease

What is the significance of elevated creatine kinase (CK) levels in the blood?

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Which of the following is NOT a potential use for creatine supplementation?

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How does creatine phosphate depletion affect muscle function during exercise?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of creatine metabolism in individuals with metabolic myopathies?

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How does the role of creatine phosphate in muscle function relate to the clinical relevance of creatine supplementation?

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What type of bond connects glucose residues linearly in glycogen?

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What is the role of glycogenin in glycogen?

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Which hormone counters the action of insulin in glycogen metabolism?

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How does glycogen influence osmotic pressure within cells?

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During the postprandial state, what is the primary source of blood glucose for the body?

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What is the initial form of insulin synthesized by beta cells in the pancreas?

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What is the average chain length of glucose units in glycogen?

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What process occurs after preproinsulin is synthesized in the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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What happens to glycogen synthesis after a meal and as glucose levels decrease?

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Which glucose transporter primarily takes up glucose in pancreatic beta cells?

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What kind of chemical form does glycogen take when stored in muscle, liver, and fat cells?

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What is the final product of proinsulin cleavage in secretory granules?

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What primary action does insulin have on adipose tissue?

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In skeletal muscle and fat cells, what triggers the recruitment of GLUT4 to the cell surface?

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Which organ is primarily responsible for storing glucose as glycogen in response to insulin?

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What happens to glucose after it enters the cells via GLUT transporters?

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Which process is stimulated by glucagon when insulin levels are low?

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Why can muscle cell glycogen not be released into the bloodstream?

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Which of the following is NOT a fate of glucose 6-phosphate derived from glycogen breakdown?

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What is the activated form of glucose required for glycogen synthesis?

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Which step is NOT part of glycogen degradation?

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What primary function does NADPH serve in metabolic processes?

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Which organ primarily converts glucose 6-phosphate into free glucose for blood release?

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What is the first step in the degradation of glycogen?

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What is the primary function of glucagon and insulin in the context of energy regulation?

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How would a prolonged period of fasting affect the levels of glucagon and insulin in the body?

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Which of the following metabolic pathways is directly stimulated by glucagon in response to low blood glucose levels?

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What is the primary role of creatine phosphate in energy metabolism?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between creatinine and kidney function?

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Which of these scenarios would result in an increase in glycogen synthesis in the body?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes gluconeogenesis?

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How does fructose differ from glucose in terms of its impact on energy metabolism?

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Which of the following scenarios would most likely lead to a decrease in glucagon secretion?

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In the absence of insulin, which of these processes would NOT be directly facilitated by glucagon?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between insulin and glucagon?

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Which of the following molecules directly influences glucagon secretion via a G-protein-coupled receptor?

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Which of the following ions play a direct role in insulin secretion by the pancreas?

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Which of the following statements best describes the role of glucagon in the regulation of blood glucose levels?

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Which of the following processes is NOT directly stimulated by glucagon in the liver?

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Of the following options, which MOST DIRECTLY contributes to the elevation of blood glucose levels during stress?

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Flashcards

GLUT2

Glucose transporter primarily in beta cells of pancreas that takes in glucose.

Preproinsulin

Initial precursor of insulin synthesized in rough endoplasmic reticulum as a single-chain polypeptide.

Proinsulin

Converted form of preproinsulin that consists of an A chain, B chain, and C-peptide after cleavage.

C-peptide

Connecting peptide released during the conversion of proinsulin to insulin, indicating insulin production.

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Insulin secretion stimulus

Triggered by high blood glucose levels leading to insulin release from pancreatic beta cells.

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Insulin receptors

Bind insulin on target cells, initiating glucose transport into the cells.

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GLUT4

A glucose transporter that is activated by insulin and brought to the cell surface in muscle and fat cells.

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Target organs of insulin

Primary organs affected by insulin include the liver, muscles, and adipose tissue for glucose storage and usage.

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Creatine Phosphate Role

Donates phosphate to ADP to regenerate ATP quickly during muscle activity.

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ATP Regeneration

The process by which ADP is converted back to ATP using creatine phosphate.

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Muscle Performance

Creatine phosphate enhances endurance and performance in high-intensity exercises.

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Recovery Function

Post-exercise, creatine phosphate helps replenish ATP stores in muscles for recovery.

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Creatine Supplementation

Popular among athletes to enhance performance and aid muscle recovery.

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Muscular Dystrophies

Conditions like DMD characterized by impaired muscle function and energy metabolism.

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Rhabdomyolysis Symptoms

Condition where muscle tissue breakdown leads to increased creatine kinase levels.

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Neurological Conditions

Altered creatine metabolism may be linked to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.

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Insulin

A hormone that lowers blood glucose levels by facilitating cellular uptake.

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Glucagon

A hormone that raises blood glucose levels by promoting glycogen breakdown.

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Glycogen Metabolism

The process of synthesizing and breaking down glycogen for energy storage and release.

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Creatine Phosphate

A molecule that helps regenerate ATP, particularly during high-intensity activities.

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Gluconeogenesis

The metabolic process of producing glucose from non-carbohydrate sources.

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Krebs Cycle

A series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to produce energy.

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Fatty Acid Oxidation

The metabolic process that breaks down fatty acids to produce energy, especially during prolonged exercise.

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Aerobic vs. Fermentative Metabolism

Aerobic metabolism uses oxygen to produce energy, while fermentative metabolism does not.

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Stimuli for Glucagon Secretion

Low blood glucose, increased amino acids, and sympathetic activation stimulate glucagon release.

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Inhibitors of Glucagon Secretion

High blood glucose and elevated insulin levels inhibit glucagon release.

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Target Organ for Glucagon

The liver is the primary target for glucagon's effects.

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Glycogenolysis

The process by which glucagon activates glycogen phosphorylase to convert glycogen into glucose.

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Role of Calcium Ions (Ca²⁺)

Increased intracellular calcium levels trigger insulin secretion.

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Insulin vs Glucagon

Insulin lowers blood glucose; glucagon raises blood glucose, acting in opposite states.

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Muscle Cell Glycogen

Glycogen stored in muscle cells used exclusively for internal energy needs.

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Glycogen Degradation Steps

Three steps: Glucose 1-phosphate release, glycogen remodeling, glucose 6-phosphate conversion.

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Fates of Glucose 6-Phosphate

Can enter glycolysis, pentose phosphate pathway, or be converted into free glucose.

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UDP-Glucose

Activated form of glucose required for glycogen synthesis.

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Pentose Phosphate Pathway

Metabolic pathway generating NADPH and ribose from glucose 6-phosphate.

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Glycogen Structure

Glycogen is a branched biopolymer of glucose residues with α(1→4) and α(1→6) bonds.

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Function of Glycogen

Glycogen stores glucose for energy release during fasting or exercise.

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Glycogenin

A protein that serves as the core for glycogen granules.

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Glycogen Synthesis

Insulin stimulates glycogen synthase to convert glucose to glycogen in liver cells.

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Glycogen Breakdown

Glycogen phosphorylase catalyzes the breakdown of glycogen into glucose when energy is needed.

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Osmotic Pressure

Glycogen is non-osmotic, preventing damage from high glucose concentrations in cells.

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Role of Glucagon

Glucagon counters insulin, promoting glycogen breakdown when blood glucose is low.

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Storage in Muscle and Liver

Glycogen is stored in hydrated form with water and potassium to stabilize osmotic pressure.

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Study Notes

Module Basic Medical Science Biochemistry and Nutrition RNB11903

  • Module focuses on the brain and energy metabolism.

The Brain and Energy Metabolism

  • Glucagon and insulin regulate blood glucose levels.
  • Creatine phosphate is used to regenerate ATP during high-intensity activity.
  • Creatinine is a waste product of creatine phosphate.
  • Glycogen is a storage form of glucose.
  • Gluconeogenesis maintains glucose homeostasis during fasting.
  • Fatty acids are important for energy metabolism.
  • The Krebs cycles are involved in energy production.
  • Fermentation and aerobic metabolism are discussed.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will be able to evaluate the brain's energy demands, explain glucagon and insulin's roles, describe ATP regeneration, interpret creatinine levels, and explain glycogen metabolism.
  • They will also analyze regulatory mechanisms of gluconeogenesis, evaluate fructose metabolism, apply knowledge of fatty acid oxidation, and compare fermentation and aerobic metabolism.

Glucagon & Insulin

  • Insulin lowers blood glucose levels by facilitating cellular uptake.
  • Glucagon raises blood glucose levels by promoting gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis.

Insulin

  • Produced by beta cells in the pancreas.
  • Facilitates cellular glucose uptake.
  • Regulates blood sugar levels.
  • Involved in several metabolic pathways and is important for maintaining blood glucose levels.

Insulin Secretion

  • Glucose-induced insulin secretion (GSIS) is triggered by elevated glucose.
  • Increased intracellular calcium levels initiate insulin release.
  • Key processes include glucokinase activation, glycolysis, and ATP generation.

Production of Insulin

  • Insulin synthesis starts with preproinsulin formation in the rough endoplasmic reticulum.
  • Conversion to proinsulin involves removing the signal peptide.
  • Maturation to insulin involves cleaving proinsulin into A and B chains.
  • Insulin is packaged into secretory granules and released into the bloodstream.

Major Target Organs for Insulin

  • Liver: stores glucose as glycogen.
  • Muscle: increases glucose uptake.
  • Adipose tissue: promotes fat storage.

Effects of Insulin

  • Insulin targets liver, skeletal muscle, and fat tissue.
  • The net result is fuel storage (glycogen or fat).
  • Glucose enters cells via glucose transporters.

Insulin Deficiency

  • Problems arise from reduced glucose uptake and increased glucose release from the liver (hyperglycemia).
  • Results in too little glucose inside cells and too much glucose in the blood.

Insulin Regulation

  • Positive feedback loops (e.g. GLP-1), and negative feedback loops (e.g. sympathetic nervous system and plasma epinephrine)

Effects of Insulin on Target Organs (Liver, Muscle, Adipose)

  • Liver: glycogen formation, inhibition of gluconeogenesis
  • Mucles: glucose uptake, protein synthesis promotion/breakdown inhibition
  • Adipose tissue: Lipogenesis (lipid formation), inhibition of lipolysis (breakdown of lipids).

Description of Glucagon

  • Glucagon is a peptide hormone that raises blood glucose.
  • Secretion happens in response to low blood glucose levels.
  • Has a half-life of about 6 minutes.
  • Glucagon targets the liver (primary).

Production of Glucagon

  • Synthesis starts in alpha cells.
  • Preproglucagon undergoes post-translational modifications.
  • Cleavage to glucagon and other peptides occurs in secretory granules.
  • Glucagon secreted into bloodstream in response to low blood glucose or amino acid stimulation.

Glucagon (cont.)

  • Glucagon causes the liver to produce glucose from glycogen and other sources (leading to increased glucose levels in blood).
  • Synergistic with cortisol and epinephrine actions to raise blood glucose levels.

Control of Glucagon Secretion

  • Stimuli: Low blood glucose; elevated amino acids like arginine, alanine.
  • Inhibitors: High blood glucose; elevated insulin levels.
  • Elevated insulin levels negatively feedback suppresses glucagon secretion.

Chemistry Involved: Ions and Molecules

  • Calcium ions (Ca2+) trigger insulin secretion.
  • Sodium ions (Na+) enable glucose transport.
  • Potassium ions (K+) contribute to cellular function and potentially insulin release.

Creatine Phosphate

  • Acts as a high-energy reserve.
  • Donates a phosphate group to ADP, regenerating ATP quickly. Important in high-intensity activities.

Creatinine

  • Is a waste product of creatine phosphate breakdown.
  • Excreted by kidneys. Used as diagnostic measure of renal function.

Regulation of Glycogen Metabolism

  • Enzymes like glycogen synthase, glycogen phosphorylase, glucagon, insulin, and other factors regulate.
  • Allosteric regulation from metabolites, and hormonal regulation.

Summary

  • The endocrine pancreas produces insulin and glucagon for fuel homeostasis.
  • Insulin is released for increased glucose, glucagon for decreased glucose.
  • Insulin stores nutrients in the fed state.
  • Glucagon directs stored nutrients to blood in fasted state.
  • Creatine phosphate is critical for quickly replenishing ATP in muscle.

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