The predominant liver isozyme of hexokinase, hexokinase IV (glucokinase), has a relatively high Km. Why is this advantageous when the glucose concentration is low?
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Step 1: Hexokinase IV (glucokinase) has a relatively high Km, which means it has a lower affinity for glucose compared to other hexokinase isozymes. Show more…
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