Glucose

A primary source of energy for living organisms. It is naturally occurring and is found in fruits and other parts of plants in its free state. It is used therapeutically in fluid and nutrient replacement.

Year introduced: /metabolism was GLUCOSE METABOLISM 1965

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Tree Number(s): D09.947.875.359.448

MeSH Unique ID: D005947

Registry Number: IY9XDZ35W2

Entry Terms:

• D-Glucose
• D Glucose
• Dextrose
• Glucose, (alpha-D)-Isomer
• Glucose, (beta-D)-Isomer
• Glucose, (DL)-Isomer
• Glucose Monohydrate
• Monohydrate, Glucose
• Anhydrous Dextrose
• Dextrose, Anhydrous

See Also:

• Blood Glucose
• Glycosuria
• Hyperglycemia
• Hypoglycemia

Pharmacologic Action:

• Sweetening Agents

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Carbohydrates
Sugars
Monosaccharides
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Glucose
Blood Glucose