Where in the cell is the carbamoyl phosphate synthetase I enzyme found?_____
#2
In the liver, _____ may transfer a molecule of NH3 to the urea cycle, reforming -ketoglutarate
#3
Carbamoyl phosphate synthetase I deficiency presents with _____ glutamine
#4
Most disorders of the urea cycle require _____ as an essential amino acid, particularly during episodes of hyperammonemia
#5
What is the most common urea cycle disorder? _____
#6
Disorders of the urea cycle interfere with the body's ability to eliminate _____
#7
Where does the urea cycle occur?
#8
urea cycle
#9
What is the overall purpose of the urea cycle?
#10
carbomoyl phosphate synthetase I
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Alternative nitrogen excretion pathways Flashcard Deck - 10 Cards
Flashcard 1: Where in the cell is the carbamoyl phosphate synthetase I enzyme found?_____
Answer: Mitochondria (urea cycle)
Flashcard 2: In the liver, _____ may transfer a molecule of NH3 to the urea cycle, reforming -ketoglutarate
Answer: glutamate
Flashcard 3: Carbamoyl phosphate synthetase I deficiency presents with _____ glutamine
Answer: increased
Flashcard 4: Most disorders of the urea cycle require _____ as an essential amino acid, particularly during episodes of hyperammonemia
Answer: arginine
Flashcard 5: What is the most common urea cycle disorder? _____
