Metabolism — Flashcards

Catecholamine synthesis begins with transport of the amino acid _____ into the nerve terminal

If protoporphyrin is deficient (e.g. sideroblastic anemia), iron remains trapped in the _____

S-adenosylhomocysteine breaks down into adenosine and _____

Mutations of Ras that alter the _____ binding site prolong the activated state of Ras

Extra- and intravascular hemolysis may present with increased _____ in the urine, which results from increased conjugated bilirubin

Thiamine pyrophosphate (B1) is a cofactor for the enzyme _____ (HMP shunt)

A myo-globin molecule has the potential to bind _____ O2 molecule(s)

What amino-acid side chains are located on thyroglobulin?_____

Physiological neonatal jaundice occurs due to transiently low _____ activity at birth

In addition to phenylalanine hydroxylase deficiency (classic PKU), Malignant phenylketonuria is most commonly caused by a _____ deficiency