In which area is glucose NOT pivotal to adipocyte metabolism?
A)formation of DHAP for reduction and esterification of fatty acids
B)provision of glucose-6-phosphate for generating NADPH from the pentose phosphate pathway
C)synthesis of ketone bodies
D)conversion of glucose to fatty acids for storage and export

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Glucose is not directly involved in the synthesis of ketone bodies. Ketone bodies are mainly produced from fatty acids when glucose levels are low, and they can be used as an alternative fuel source by various tissues including the brain. However, glucose can indirectly affect ketone body synthesis by providing the acetyl-CoA needed for the process.

In Which Area Is Glucose NOT Pivotal to Adipocyte Metabolism