Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780190209896
Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Chapter 8, Problem 54SA
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The role ofglucose-alanine cycle in normal metabolism.

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Glucose-alanine cycle is also called the Cahill cycle. This cycle is used in the process of gluconeogenesis. In muscles, pyruvate is converted into alanine, which is then transported to the liver. Inside the liver, alanine is converted back into pyruvate, which is then utilized to synthesize glucose.

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