Metabolism — Flashcards

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

High iron levels and inflammatory conditions _____ the synthesis of hepcidin

Glucocorticoids increase hepatic _____ storage

Which second messenger is increased upon binding of histamine to H2 receptors?_____

What is the major source of energy while fasting between meals? _____

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

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

Viral hepatitis is associated with dark urine due to increased urine _____

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

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