Metabolism — Flashcards

After its use as a second messenger in the adenylyl cyclase signaling pathway, cAMP is degraded to _____ by phosphodiesterase

Where in the cell does conversion of alcohol -> acetaldehyde take place? _____

In total, the TCA cycle produces _____ NADH per acetyl-CoA

What non-volatile acid may be elevated with ethylene glycol ingestion? _____

Wilson disease results in lack of copper transport into _____ and lack of incorporation into ceruloplasmin

Homogentisic acid (from tyrosine) may be converted to _____ via the enzyme homogentisate oxidase

What form of hemoglobin protects against sickling in sickle cell anemia? _____

Pyruvate dehydrogenase is regulated via positive feedback by _____, Ca2+, and increased NAD+/NADH ratio

ATP synthase inhibitors cause a(n) _____ proton gradient and a block of ATP synthesis

Folate deficiency is characterized by _____ serum homocysteine