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During intensive muscle work there is a large amount of ammonia produced in the muscles. What amino acid plays the main role in the transportation of ammonia to the liver and participates in gluconeogenesis reactions?

Answer options

  1. Lysine
  2. Arginine
  3. Aspartate
  4. Alanine
  5. Ornithine
Correct answer

Alanine

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