18 Questions
What is the primary purpose of glycolysis in cells?
To generate energy in the form of ATP and intermediates for other metabolic pathways
Where does glycolysis occur in the cell?
Cell cytosol
What is the end product of glycolysis under anaerobic conditions?
Lactate
What is the purpose of gluconeogenesis?
To synthesize glucose from non-carbohydrate carbon substrates
What is the committed step of glycolysis?
It is not specified
What is the net ATP gain in glycolysis?
2 ATP
What is the normal blood glucose value?
65-100 mg/dL
What is the main cause of Type 1 diabetes?
Inability to produce enough insulin
What is the purpose of the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)?
To diagnose diabetes mellitus
What is the purpose of the HbA1c test?
To reflect average blood sugar level over 2-3 months
What is the process of breaking down glycogen into glucose?
Glycogenolysis
What is the estimated glucose level range that indicates diabetes mellitus?
≥ 6.5 %
What is the primary condition under which muscles utilize a particular process to generate ATP?
When ATP demand is high and oxygen availability is low
What is the purpose of the Cori cycle in the body?
To prevent lactate accumulation in the muscle
Which hormone inhibits glucose-consuming pathways?
Glucagon
What is the effect of insulin on glucose levels in the blood?
Decreases glucose levels
What is the characteristic of diabetes mellitus?
A chronic disorder of carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism
Which process is stimulated by glucagon in the liver?
Glycogen breakdown
Test your knowledge of glycolysis, a central metabolic pathway that generates energy for cells through the oxidation of glucose. Learn about the products and processes involved in this crucial pathway.
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