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