In hibernating hamsters carbohydrate reserves are regulated and are in dynamic equilibrium. During "deep" hypothermia (Tb 7-8 degrees C) hamsters undergo a progressive hypoglycemia, depletion of liver glycogen, and death within 24 hours. Glucocorticoid treatment results in enhanced blood and liver carbohydrates, prolonged survival at Tb 7-8 degrees C, and enhanced thermogenic capacity leading to arousal.
CITATION STYLE
Musacchia, X. J., & Deavers, D. R. (1978). Glucocorticoids and carbohydrate metabolism in hypothermic and hibernating hamsters. Experientia. Supplementum, 32, 247–258. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-0348-5559-4_28
Mendeley helps you to discover research relevant for your work.