What is gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis?
What is gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis?
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Gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis are both processes that contribute to maintaining blood glucose levels, but they work differently. Gluconeogenesis is the synthesis of glucose from non-carbohydrate precursors such as lactate, pyruvate, glycerol, and amino acids. This process occurs primarily in the liver and kidneys, especially during prolonged fasting when glycogen stores are depleted. Glycogenolysis, on the other hand, is the breakdown of glycogen, a stored form of glucose, into glucose-6-phosphate, which can be used in energy production pathways. Glycogenolysis is typically triggered when the body needs a quick source of glucose, such as during exercise or fasting. Together, these processes help maintain blood glucose levels during different metabolic states.
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