Metabolism — Flashcards

After oxaloacetate has been formed from pyruvate (gluconeogenesis), it may exit the mitochondria and enter the cytosol via the _____ shuttle

Lesch-Nyhan syndrome may present with orange "sand" _____ crystals in the diaper of an infant

Glucagon increases blood glucose concentration by increasing _____ via decreased production of fructose-2,6-bisphosphate

One SH2-domain protein is _____, which, when activated results in translocation of GLUT-4 to the membrane in adipose and muscle

Vitamin B9 (folate) deficiency is characterized by _____ homocysteine levels

Pellagra (B3 deficiency) is associated with _____-pigmentation of sun-exposed limbs

What does the carrier molecule tetrahydrofolate carry in its activated form? _____

Hers disease (GSD Type VI) classically presents with hepatomegaly and mild fasting _____

Which insulin-independent transporter is found in the brain, placenta, cornea, and RBCs?_____

Which glycogen storage disorder is associated with severe fasting hypoglycemia? _____