Metabolism — Flashcards

What carbohydrate metabolism enzyme deficiency may present with failure to track objects or develop a social smile? _____

Stored intracellular iron is bound to _____, which prevents iron from forming free radicals via the Fenton reaction

Methyl-THF (reduced THF) is used by the enzyme _____ to convert homocysteine to methionine

What is the normal serum BUN:creatinine ratio? _____

Which amino acid is a key component of the bacterial capsule in Bacillus anthracis?_____

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

Which neurotransmitter(s) are metabolized by monoamine oxidase B (MAO-B)? _____

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

What mineral deficiencies (2) are associated with delayed wound healing? _____

What is the rate-limiting enzyme for the Krebs cycle (TCA cycle)? _____