O
AI-generated image

lipogenesis

/ˌlɪpəʊˈdʒɛnɛsɪs/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does lipogenesis mean?

noun

The process of producing fat from non-fat sources, such as glucose, in the body.

Example

"The liver plays a crucial role in lipogenesis, converting excess glucose into fatty acids."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Words that share this root

What's another word for lipogenesis?

What's the opposite of lipogenesis?

Rhymes with lipogenesis