Carbohydrate Metabolism · NEET PG Preparation Biochemistry
Which of the following regulatory molecules acts as a potent allosteric activator of phosphofructokinase-1 (PFK-1) in the liver, signaling a high ene…
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Which of the following regulatory molecules acts as a potent allosteric activator of phosphofructokinase-1 (PFK-1) in the liver, signaling a high energy state and abundance of carbon skeletons for glycolysis?
- A.ATP
- B.Citrate
- C.Fructose-2,6-bisphosphateCorrect answer
- D.Glucose-6-phosphate
Solution
Fructose-2,6-bisphosphate is the most potent allosteric activator of PFK-1, overriding the inhibitory effects of ATP and citrate to stimulate glycolysis.
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