Essential Biochemistry - Integration Of Metabolism And Metabolism In Starvation (Section 1 - No. 24)
Which of the following contribute to the elevated levels of ketone bodies during starvation?
Increased fatty acid oxidation in the liver
Decreased glucose availability
Increased amino acid breakdown
Decreased glucagon levels
Explanation
Limited glucose availability and increased fatty acid oxidation in the liver promote ketone body production and amino acid breakdown can also lead to excess ketone body.
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