What Does UDP Stand For?
UDP stands for Uridine 5 Diphosphate
UDP, or Uridine 5 Diphosphate, is a nucleotide that plays a critical role in carbohydrate metabolism and nucleotide synthesis. It serves as a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of glycogen and is involved in the activation of sugars for various biochemical reactions. UDP functions as a substrate in the synthesis of polysaccharides and is essential for cellular signaling and energy transfer processes.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym