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Metabolic Function Pathways

Meaning

Metabolic Function Pathways encompass the core biochemical processes responsible for energy substrate handling, including glycolysis, lipolysis, the Krebs cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation within the mitochondria. These pathways are tightly regulated by the interplay between insulin, glucagon, and thyroid hormones to maintain systemic energy availability and cellular integrity. They represent the engine room of cellular physiology.