Metabolism — Flashcards

In hereditary fructose intolerance, _____ sugars can be detected in the urine

What type of bilirubin (conjugated or unconjugated) is formed in the splenic macrophages? _____

Glucokinase is characterized by a _____ Vmax relative to hexokinase

Does electron transport continue with uncoupling agents (e.g. 2,4-DNP)? _____

What cellular organelle is the site of synthesis/storage of melanin?_____

CO2 binds to hemoglobin at the N-terminus of _____ (heme or globin)

What non-volatile acids (2) are commonly elevated in type 1 diabetes? _____

The globin within macrophages that have consumed RBCs is further broken down into _____

What is the level of ACTH in 21-hydroxylase deficiency? Why?_____

High iron levels and inflammatory conditions _____ the synthesis of hepcidin