Lecture25: Metabolism Of Ketone Bodies Flashcards
1
Q
When are ketone bodies produced?
A
When the level of Acetyl CoA Increases
2
Q
Which ketone body characteristic is particularly important during prolonged periods of fasting?
A
They spare glucose
3
Q
What activates HMG CoA?
A
Glucagon
4
Q
What inhibits HMG CoA?
A
Insulin
5
Q
What is the rate limiting step?
A
HMG CoA Synthase
6
Q
What is the enzyme that reactivates acetoacetate?
A
Thiophorase
