Chapter 26, Problem 26.18EP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To write the four major uses for amino acids present in the amino acid pool.

Concept introduction: The total free amount of amino acid available for use in the body constitutes the amino acid pool. It contains both essential and non-essential amino acids.

There is no fixed location within the body where free amino acids "assemble". These free amino acids are available all through the body, amassing in the blood and inside cells where they are accessible when required for further use for example in protein synthesis.