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MCAT METABOLISMWhile Hexokinase is present in most tissues, GLUCOKINASE is specifically present in ____________ in the liver and pancreatic _____________ cells (acts as a glucose sensor with GLUT2) hepatocytes; B-islet cells Metabolic state 3-5 hours after eating; marked by secretion of ____________ Postprandial; insulin Which state is also known as the ABSORPTIVE or most well-fed state and is marked by anabolism and Insulin release postprandial What 3 organs does insulin target? liver, skeletal muscle, adipose tissue Which enzyme in the liver acts as a glucose sensor with GLUT2 glucokinase Hexokinase = Glucokinase in liver (hepatocytes) _____________ glucose phosphorylates glucose
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