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What is the primary function of glycolysis in cellular respiration?
What is the primary function of glycolysis in cellular respiration?
- To produce NADH for energy storage
- To convert lactate into pyruvate
- To generate energy in the form of ATP (correct)
- To synthesize glucose from non-carbohydrate carbon substrates
In which cellular compartment does glycolysis occur?
In which cellular compartment does glycolysis occur?
- Endoplasmic reticulum
- Nucleus
- Cytosol (correct)
- Mitochondria
What is the committed step of glycolysis?
What is the committed step of glycolysis?
- Step 7: Aldolase
- Step 1: Glucose phosphorylation
- Step 10: Pyruvate kinase
- Step 3: Phosphofructokinase (correct)
What is the primary function of gluconeogenesis?
What is the primary function of gluconeogenesis?
What is the byproduct of homolactic fermentation?
What is the byproduct of homolactic fermentation?
In which organs does gluconeogenesis occur?
In which organs does gluconeogenesis occur?
What is the primary difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus?
What is the primary difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus?
What is the primary purpose of the HbA1c test in diagnosing diabetes mellitus?
What is the primary purpose of the HbA1c test in diagnosing diabetes mellitus?
What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose levels?
What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose levels?
What is the primary function of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) technology?
What is the primary function of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) technology?
Which process involves the breakdown of glycogen into glucose?
Which process involves the breakdown of glycogen into glucose?
What is the diagnostic threshold for diabetes mellitus based on a 2-hour postprandial glucose level?
What is the diagnostic threshold for diabetes mellitus based on a 2-hour postprandial glucose level?
What is the primary purpose of the Cori cycle in the body?
What is the primary purpose of the Cori cycle in the body?
What is the effect of glucagon on glucose consuming pathways?
What is the effect of glucagon on glucose consuming pathways?
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
What is the result of lactic acid accumulation in the muscles?
What is the result of lactic acid accumulation in the muscles?
Which of the following is NOT a function of glucagon?
Which of the following is NOT a function of glucagon?
What is the definition of diabetes mellitus?
What is the definition of diabetes mellitus?
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