Depletion of ATP to

Question

Depletion of ATP to <5% to 10% of normal levels has widespread effects on many critical cellular systems. Which of the following is NOT a condition which may lead to
Depletion of ATP?
A) Activity of the plasma membrane energy-dependent sodium pump is reduced
B) Failure of the Ca++ pump
C) Cellular energy metabolism is altered
D) Increase in protein synthesis followed by necrosis
E) Unfolding or misfolding of existing proteins

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An increase in protein synthesis followed by necrosis is not a condition that leads to ATP depletion; rather, ATP depletion can lead to decreased protein synthesis.

Depletion of ATP to <5% to 10% of Normal Levels