glucosefrisætning
Glucosefrisætning, also known as glucose release or gluconeogenesis in a biological context, refers to the metabolic process by which glucose is synthesized by the body from non-carbohydrate precursors. This process is essential for maintaining blood glucose homeostasis, particularly during periods of fasting, starvation, or prolonged exercise when dietary glucose intake is insufficient. The primary site for glucosefrisætning is the liver, though the kidneys also contribute, especially during prolonged fasting.
The key precursors for glucosefrisætning include lactate, glycerol, and amino acids. Lactate is a byproduct of
The gluconeogenic pathway involves a series of enzymatic reactions that essentially reverse glycolysis, the breakdown of
Hormonal regulation plays a crucial role in controlling glucosefrisætning. Glucagon, secreted by the pancreas when blood