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Here we go with some random-interesting facts about lactate and metabolism. A dynamic threat where everybody can add interesting info. (following the order) about lactate and its implication in exercise, health, and disease metabolism.
#Lactatefacts by @Glut4Science and @MVAitor
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1- Glycolysis byproduct that can be produced and utilized by various (almost every) body cell.
2- Highly dynamic metabolite as it can "travel" through different intra-extra cellular compartments.

#Lactatefacts by @Glut4Science and @MVAitor
3-LDH enzyme is responsible for its oxidation and reduction to pyruvate. But it has more affinity to Pyruvate? WTF!
4.1-MCT proteins "family" in charge of its transport in different tissues (different isoforms). Specific for L-Lactate

#Lactatefacts by @Glut4Science and @MVAitor
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