Which metabolic disorder is associated with bluish-black connective tissue and sclerae (ochronosis)? _____
#2
Albinism is usually due to decreased _____ activity or defective tyrosine transport
#3
Pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency is characterized by _____ serum alanine starting at infancy
#4
Which amino acid is the precursor to serotonin and niacin? _____
#5
What amino acid becomes essential in patients with phenylketonuria? _____
#6
What vitamin deficiency may be caused by malignant carcinoid syndrome? _____
#7
What stainable protein is abundant in astrocytes?
#8
What enzyme converts pyruvate to alanine?
#9
myeloperoxidase
#10
superoxide dismutase
Aromatic amino acid metabolism US Medical PG Flashcards - Medical Study Cards
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