Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry 6th Edition

Published by W.H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-42923-414-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-42923-414-6

Chapter 23 - Hormonal Regulation and Integration of Mammalian Metabolism - Problems - Page 973: 5

Answer

TPP-dependent oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA is essential to complete glucose metabolism.

Work Step by Step

Glucose is the primary fuel for the brain. TPP-dependent oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA is essential to complete glucose metabolism.
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