Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The goal of fasted state metabolism.

Introduction: Metabolism can be defined as the chemical reactions that are involved to maintain homeostasis in an organism. The body generally has two stages of metabolism, one is the absorptive state, which is also known as a fed state, and the other is the postabsorptive state, which is also known as fasting state.

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