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Adenosine Triphosphate

Meaning

Adenosine Triphosphate, or ATP, is the fundamental energy-carrying molecule found in all living cells, serving as the immediate and universal source of chemical energy. It is essential for powering nearly every energy-intensive process in the body, from nerve impulse transmission to active transport across cell membranes. Within the endocrine system, ATP is crucial for the energy-intensive synthesis and secretion of various peptide and steroid hormones. Maintaining adequate cellular ATP reserves is therefore paramount for optimal physiological function and hormonal vitality.