glycogeny

/ˌɡlaɪkoʊˈɡɒni/

Definitions

1. noun

The process or condition of producing glycogen in the body, especially in the liver.

“The patient’s liver was suffering from a disorder of glycogeny, which prevented it from storing glycogen properly.”

2. noun

The production or storage of glycogen in plants, especially in roots and tubers.

“The study of glycogeny in potatoes revealed a significant increase in glycogen production during the winter months.”

Synonyms

  • glycogen synthesis
  • glycogenesis

Antonyms

  • glycogenolysis