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Prefrontal Cortex ATP

Meaning

The concentration and utilization rate of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) within the neurons and glial cells of the prefrontal cortex (PFC), the brain region responsible for executive functions like working memory, planning, and inhibitory control. As the primary energy currency of the cell, the availability of PFC ATP directly dictates the maximum capacity and endurance of these high-demand cognitive processes. Fluctuations in this energy reserve are a critical factor in cognitive fatigue and mental clarity.