Gluconeogenesis is mainly seen in:
Correct Answer: Liver
Description: Ans. (b) LiverRef: Vasudevan Biochemistry 8/e. P 136SITE OF GLUCONEOGENESIS* Major site of gluconeogenesis: Liver (90%)* Secondary site: Kidney cortex and in small intestine under some conditions. (10%)* It takes place in the mitochondria and cytoplasm.* The production of glucose is necessary for use as a fuel source by the brain, testes, erythrocytes, kidney medulla, lens and cornea of the eye and exercising muscles.
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