Glucokinase (Hexokinase IV) Differs from Hexokinase (Hexokinase I)

question 28

Multiple Choice

Glucokinase (hexokinase IV) differs from hexokinase (hexokinase I) :

• A) by having a higher affinity for glucose and not being inhibited by high levels of glucose.
• B) by requiring larger concentrations of glucose before reaching maximal activity.
• C) to allow the liver to export free glucose to the bloodstream when blood sugar levels drop.
• D) so that the liver does not compete with other tissues for glucose when glucose levels are high.
• E) to allow the pancreas to trigger insulin release when blood sugar levels are low.

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