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Can synthetic ATP be made? What happens if synthetic ATP were injected into someone? Will the person just become temporarily superhuman or will they just die of a heart attack (like what an adrenaline overdose does).
Yes, we use ATP everyday in biotech lab.Originally posted by Tyro
Can synthetic ATP be made?
Originally posted by Tyro
What happens if synthetic ATP were injected into someone? Will the person just become temporarily superhuman or will they just die of a heart attack (like what an adrenaline overdose does).
The brain is unable to store ATP and the mitochondria are unable to “share” ATP from other organs mitochondria. It is estimated that the demands for a resting human are 40Kg (88 Lbs.) of ATP per 24-hours! During strenuous activity this demand increases to 500g (1.1 Lbs.) per minute!
Originally posted by iansmith
The brain is unable to store ATP and the mitochondria are unable to “share” ATP from other organs mitochondria. It is estimated that the demands for a resting human are 40Kg (88 Lbs.) of ATP per 24-hours! During strenuous activity this demand increases to 500g (1.1 Lbs.) per minute!
The molecule is recycled, getting another dose of energy with each round of the krebs cycle.Originally posted by hypnagogue
OK, I hope this doesn't make me look like an idiot.. But seeing as how I (and most people, I hope) don't ingest 88 lbs. of nutrients per day, where does the material for all that ATP come from? Seems like a massive violation of conservation of mass.
But is that extracted from cell masses? Or is it synthetically made?Yes, we use ATP everyday in biotech lab.
I wonder the same, I couldn't find any references on Google for synthetic ATP. Which company are you getting the ATP from Ian?Originally posted by Another God
But is that extracted from cell masses? Or is it synthetically made?
Originally posted by Monique
I wonder the same, I couldn't find any references on Google for synthetic ATP. Which company are you getting the ATP from Ian?
Originally posted by Monique
If you have an excess of ATP, won't the mitochondria start hydrolyzing it to ADP?
ATP is a molecule found in all living organisms that functions as the primary source of energy for cellular processes. It is often referred to as the "energy currency" of the cell.
Yes, excessive levels of ATP in the body can be harmful. While ATP is essential for cellular functions, an excess amount can lead to cellular damage and disrupt normal bodily processes.
Excess ATP can lead to the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are highly reactive molecules that can damage cellular components such as DNA, proteins, and lipids.
The symptoms of ATP toxicity may include headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, muscle weakness, and difficulty breathing. In severe cases, it can also lead to organ failure.
Yes, if left untreated, ATP toxicity can be fatal. It is important to seek medical attention if you experience symptoms of ATP toxicity to prevent further complications.