Glucagons effect on liver protein metabolism in vivo

In conclusion, the rise in glucagon associated with a protein-rich meal promotes a catabolic utilization of AA in the liver, thereby, opposing the storage of AA in proteins.

Source: AJP: Endocrinology and Metabolism - September 1, 2017 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Kraft, G., Coate, K. C., Winnick, J. J., Dardevet, D., Donahue, E. P., Cherrington, A. D., Williams, P. E., Moore, M. C. Tags: Research Article Source Type: research