01-27-2007, 02:54 PM
Each of the following is an expected metabolic state after three days of starvation EXCEPT
A. The ratio of glucagon to insulin is higher than in the absorptive state
B. Fatty acids are released from adipose tissue
C. Gluconeogenesis takes place in liver
D. Brain uses ketones alone as an energy source
E. Liver and muscle use fatty acids as an energy source
A. The ratio of glucagon to insulin is higher than in the absorptive state
B. Fatty acids are released from adipose tissue
C. Gluconeogenesis takes place in liver
D. Brain uses ketones alone as an energy source
E. Liver and muscle use fatty acids as an energy source