Phosphoglyceric Acid

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Also known as:  3-Phosphoglyceric Acid;  Glycerate-3-Phosphate;  Glyceric Acid Phosphate;  PGA

 

Description

Phosphoglyceric Acid is an intermediate (3-carbon) chemical produced via the body's metabolic processes.

 

Biological Function of Phosphoglyceric Acid

Metabolism

 Phosphoglyceric Acid is an intermediate chemical in the process of (i.e. the series of biochemical transformations that convert Glucose to Pyruvic Acid or Lactic Acid):

 View Phosphoglyceric Acid's Role in Glycolysis

 

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