Definition of gluconeogenesis
: formation of glucose within the animal body especially by the liver from substances (such as fats and proteins) other than carbohydrates
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Once glycogen levels are depleted, gluconeogenesis kicks in, and the liver begins to make glucose from amino acids.
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Glycerol then takes the place of amino acids and is used for gluconeogenesis (thus preventing muscle breakdown).
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Glycerol then takes the place of amino acids and is used for gluconeogenesis (thus preventing muscle breakdown).
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Once glycogen levels are depleted, gluconeogenesis kicks in, and the liver begins to make glucose from amino acids.
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Origin and Etymology of gluconeogenesis
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gluconeogenesis
playMedical Definition of gluconeogenesis
gluconeogeneses
\-ˌsēz\play: formation of glucose within the animal body from precursors other than carbohydrates especially by the liver and kidney using amino acids from proteins, glycerol from fats, or lactate produced by muscle during anaerobic glycolysis—called also glyconeogenesis
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