Gluconeogenesis

Question

Gluconeogenesis
A) increases blood cholesterol.
B) increases urea synthesis.
C) increases blood glucose.
D) causes hypoglycemia.

Accepted Answer

Gluconeogenesis is the process of synthesizing glucose from non-carbohydrate sources such as amino acids, lactate, and glycerol. This process is important in maintaining blood glucose levels when they are low, such as during fasting or prolonged exercise. Therefore, gluconeogenesis actually increases blood glucose levels, rather than causing hypoglycemia. It does not directly affect cholesterol levels or urea synthesis.