Metabolism — Flashcards

Exercise / muscle contraction upregulate _____ expression in muscle tissue only, allowing for glucose to meet metabolic demand

The _____ form of hemoglobin is found in most tissues

Dietary vitamin B12 is complexed to animal-derived _____

Vitamin B12 and folate deficiency result in mildly elevated _____ levels, increasing risk for thrombosis

_____ is a measure of the percent of transferrin molecules that are bound by iron

Does glutamine cause a change in blood pH? _____

Can glucocorticosteroids still be produced if there is absence of 17-hydroxylase?_____

Which metabolic disorder is associated with bluish-black connective tissue and sclerae (ochronosis)? _____

Non-volatile acids are also called _____ acids

What is the major source of energy during fasting (1-3 days)? _____