Biochemistry Increased levels of alanine in serum after fasting suggest: A Increased release of alanine from muscle B Reduced amino acid utilization for gluconeogenesis C Break in continuity of plasma membrane resulting in leakage of amino acids D Decreased uptake of alanine by liver 💡 Explanation Increased levels of alanine in serum after fasting suggest: ✓ Correct Answer: A. Increased release of alanine from muscle