Reduced Glutathione
Also written as GSH.
a) Write an equation for the oxidation of reduced glutathione (GSH) by O₂.
What our notes say
- a) Write an equation for the oxidation of reduced glutathione (GSH) by O₂. (Biochemistry Revision Questions — Electron Transport Chain & Redox (Past Paper))
- b) Write an equation for the reduction of O₂ by reduced glutathione. (Biochemistry Revision Questions — Electron Transport Chain & Redox (Past Paper))
Study material on Reduced Glutathione
Practice questions on Reduced Glutathione
Which of the following pathways is critical for maintaining reduced glutathione in RBC energy metabolism?
- Embden-Meyerhof pathway
- Pentose Phosphate Pathway
- Rapoport-Luebering cycle
- TCA cycle
Answer: B. The Hexose Monophosphate Shunt (PPP) produces NADPH, which is essential to keep glutathione in its reduced state.