laktáttermelés
Laktáttermelés, often referred to as lactic acid production, is a metabolic process occurring in living organisms. It is a byproduct of anaerobic respiration, a way for cells to generate energy (ATP) when oxygen is scarce. This process begins with glucose, a sugar molecule, which is broken down into pyruvate through glycolysis. Under aerobic conditions, pyruvate would typically enter the mitochondria for further breakdown in the presence of oxygen. However, when oxygen is limited, pyruvate is converted into lactate.
This conversion is crucial because it regenerates NAD+, a coenzyme essential for glycolysis to continue. Without
While historically viewed as solely a waste product, research has revealed lactate's multifaceted role. It can