Metabolism — Flashcards

NADPH is generally used as an electron carrier in _____ processes (anabolic or catabolic)

Melanocytes synthesize melanin using the amino acid _____ as a precursor molecule

What neurotransmitter is often secreted by carcinoid tumors? _____

What is the molecular formula for oxidized glutathione? _____

What amino acid becomes essential in patients with phenylketonuria? _____

Which androgen is responsible for differentiation of the prostate?_____

What amino acid plays a role in thyroid hormone synthesis?_____

If O2 accepts three electrons, it forms _____

ATP is transferred from mitochondrial matrix to the intermembrane space through the _____ antiporter (electron transport chain)

Insulin decreases blood glucose concentration by decreasing _____ via increased production of fructose-2,6-bisphosphate