What Happens with Excess ATP? Cellular Regulation and Storage
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An average human body contains only 250 grams of ATP at any given time, yet turns over its own body weight equivalent in ATP daily. When the rate of ATP production surpasses energy demands, the cell initiates multiple sophisticated mechanisms to prevent a buildup of this high-energy molecule. These processes ensure that cellular energy levels remain tightly regulated, preventing wasteful energy production and efficiently redirecting surplus energy.
