Metabolism — Flashcards

In the cytosol, malate may be converted to pyruvate via the enzyme _____ (fatty acid synthesis)

What is the most common porphyria?_____

_____ deficiency results in buildup of adenosine, which is toxic to lymphocytes; causes SCID

What mitochondrial enzyme reduces superoxide (O2-) to H2O2? _____

One component of bile is _____, which is the major bile pigment

Free radicals may be eliminated via _____ (e.g. reduced glutathione and vitamins A, C, and E)

What is the level of aldosterone in 17-hydroxylase deficiency? _____

Which amino acid is the precursor to nitric oxide? _____

RBCs are normally exposed to oxidative stress, especially by _____

What is the rate-limiting enzyme of de novo pyrimidine synthesis? _____