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Cellular Energy Production Metrics

Meaning

Cellular Energy Production Metrics are quantitative measurements used in clinical and research settings to evaluate the efficiency and capacity of a cell’s primary energy-generating processes, predominantly mitochondrial respiration and glycolysis. These metrics assess the rate of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) synthesis and the utilization of oxygen and metabolic substrates. Analyzing these indicators provides a direct measure of cellular vitality and metabolic health, which are fundamentally linked to hormonal function and longevity. A decline in these metrics often correlates with persistent fatigue and age-related physiological decline.