Gluconeogenesis Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a substrate for gluconeogenesis?

• Alanine

• Lactate

• Glycerol

• Glucose

Where does gluconeogenesis primarily occur in the body?

• Heart

• Liver

• Pancreas

• Spleen

Why is gluconeogenesis crucial during fasting?

• It helps in fat storage.

• It maintains blood glucose levels.

• It enhances digestion.

• It increases protein synthesis.

Which enzyme is involved in gluconeogenesis but not in glycolysis?

• Hexokinase

• Phosphofructokinase

• Glucose 6-phosphatase

• Pyruvate kinase

What effect does insulin have on gluconeogenesis?

• It converts glucose to glycogen.

• It inhibits gluconeogenesis.

• It activates gluconeogenesis.

• It has no effect on gluconeogenesis.