A Healthy 34-Year-Old Coal Mine Worker Is Trapped Underground Following

A healthy 34-year-old coal mine worker is trapped underground following partial collapse of an access shaft.  Rescue efforts are directed toward clearing the obstructed tunnel, but it takes 2 days to reach him.  While being taken to the surface, the miner tells rescuers that he feels dizzy and weak.  He had an emergency supply of water but has not eaten anything for over 30 hours.  Fingerstick blood glucose concentration is 78 mg/dL.  Which of the following biochemical reactions is most likely responsible for maintaining this patient's current blood glucose levels?

A) Acetoacetyl CoA → 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA
B) Acetyl CoA → palmitic acid
C) Fructose 6-phosphate → fructose 1,6-bisphosphate
D) Glycogen → glucose-1-phosphate
E) Oxaloacetate → phosphoenolpyruvate

Correct Answer:

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Access For Free