Metabolism — Flashcards

A(n) _____ enzyme removes phosphate from a substrate

Can red blood cells use ketones for energy? Why? _____

Which vitamin deficiencies are associated with increased risk for thrombosis? _____

Hint: 2

Enteric bacteria (Gut flora) produce vitamins, particularly Vitamins _____ and _____

In complex IV, _____ accepts electrons, forming _____, which then donates the electrons to oxygen (forming H2O)

Hypoxanthine may be converted to IMP via the enzyme _____ (purine salvage)

In Reye syndrome, aspirin can act as a(n) _____ in oxidative phosphorylation

Isocitrate dehydrogenase is regulated via negative feedback by _____ and NADH

_____ is a(n) obligate activator of pyruvate carboxylase

High carrier frequency of the mutant G6PD allele is likely due to its protective role against _____ malaria