Gluconeogenesis Flashcards
1
Q
Precursors for gluconeogenesis
A
Lactate
Amino acids
Glycerol
2
Q
Where does gluconeogenesis occur?
A
Mainly in the liver, small amounts in the kidneys
3
Q
The 3 essentially irreversible reactions in glycolysis
A
Hexokinase
Phosphofructokinase
Pyruvate kinase
4
Q
What is the cori cycle?
A
Blood transports lactate to liver
Liver converts lactate to glucose
Glucose released into blood stream
