Fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase

Fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase is an enzyme involved in the process of producing glucose in the body, specifically during fasting or when blood sugar levels are low. It helps convert a molecule called fructose-1,6-bisphosphate into fructose-6-phosphate, which then can be turned into glucose. This step is crucial in gluconeogenesis, the body's way of making new glucose from non-carbohydrate sources. Essentially, fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase acts as a key regulator, ensuring that the body maintains stable blood sugar levels by enabling glucose production when needed.