Glucose Metabolism (IMAGE) The University of Hong Kong Caption Chromium(Cr3+) fluorescent probes can label Cr(III)-binding proteins specifically in cells (top), Cr(III)-binding proteins are concentrated in the regulation of mitochondrial biological functions (right), and Cr(III) reduces ATP synthase Enzyme activity (bottom right), Cr(III) initiates downstream AMPK pathway (bottom), Cr(III) improves glucose metabolism (bottom left), diagram of Cr(III) mode of action (left). Credit The University of Hong Kong Usage Restrictions N/A License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.