Metabolism 60 Flashcards
1
Q
During the fed state, what two conversions of Acetyl-coA are active?
A
- fatty acid
- cholesterol
2
Q
What activates Acetyl-coA carboxylase?
A
Insulin
Citrate
3
Q
What enzyme catalyzes the reaction of Acetyl-coA to Cholesterol?
A
HMG Reductase
4
Q
What stimulates CPT-1?
A
Epinephrine
5
Q
Name an important cofactor of Acetyl-coA carboxylase.
A
Biotin
6
Q
What inhibits Acetyl-coA carboxylase?
A
- Palmitoyl coA
- Glucagon
- Epinephrine
