Glucose Chemical Structure
1. Identification Summary Glucose (D-glucose; dextrose) is a naturally occurring aldohexose monosaccharide that serves as a primary cellular energy source and a key metabolic substrate in humans. In clinical use, glucose solutions treat hypoglycemia, provide calories and fluid in parenteral nutrition, and are used in diagnostic tests (e.g., OGTT). Brand Names Generic glucose/dextrose products; region-dependent … Read more
