The Principle Energy Source for Mature Red Blood Cells (RBCs)

question 6

Multiple Choice

The principle energy source for mature red blood cells (RBCs) is:

• A) The Krebs cycle
• B) The hexose monophosphate pathway
• C) ATP generated from anaerobic glycolysis
• D) Adenosine diphosphate (ADP) generated from aerobic glycolysis

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