glutaminolysis

Glutaminolysis is a process where cells break down the amino acid glutamine to produce energy and building blocks for growth. Glutamine enters the cell and is converted into other molecules that fuel the production of energy and support cell functions. This process is especially important in rapidly dividing cells, like cancer cells, which rely on glutaminolysis to meet their high energy and material demands. Essentially, glutaminolysis helps cells generate the resources they need to grow, reproduce, and survive by efficiently using glutamine as a key fuel source.