Metabolism — Flashcards

What is the primary role of fibroblast growth factor (FGF-2)? _____

When insulin binds to its receptor, _____ is activated and autophosphorylates the beta subunits

Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) is regulated via negative feedback by _____

What mineral deficiency is associated with acrodermatitis enteropathica? _____

Inside the nerve terminal, tyrosine is converted to _____ via tyrosine hydroxylase

What does the carrier molecule S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) carry in its activated form? _____

Serum _____ is a sensitive indicator of alcohol use

After the alpha subunit is bound by GTP (cellular signaling), the alpha-GTP subunit _____ from its respective G protein (i.e. Gs, Gi, or Gq)

Cushing syndrome simply refers to an increase in serum _____

One non-volatile acid is _____ acid, which is generated from metabolism of sulfur-containing amino acids (protein)