MCAT Question of the Day


  • Q:

    Which of the following is NOT correct in regard to alanine and amino acid catabolism?

     

    A

    Alanine cannot be formed from the initial breakdown of glucose during glycolysis

    B

    Alanine is utilized and transported to the liver (from the muscles) during amino acid catabolism

    C

    Alanine is formed from pyruvate in the muscles

    D

    Alanine's reconstitution in the liver results in the production of urea



    Protein Structure and Function | Metabolism of Fatty Acids and Proteins | Glycolysis, Gluconeogenesis, PPP |
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