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Steroid hormone synthesis — Flashcards

Steroid hormone synthesis — Flashcards

Steroid hormone synthesis — Flashcards
#1

Which steroid synthesis enzyme deficiency results in salt wasting and hyponatremia due to lack of aldosterone? _____

#2

Which classes of steroid hormones (2) are decreased in 17-hydroxylase deficiency?_____

#3

Which steroid hormone enzyme deficiency presents with increased renin activity?_____

#4

In the first step of testosterone synthesis, cholesterol is converted to pregnenolone via the enzyme _____

#5

Which enzymes (2) are unique to the zona fasciculata/reticularis and thus the glucocorticoid and androgen synthesis pathways?_____

#6

Which adrenal cortex deficiency results in shunting towards the aldosterone synthesis pathway?_____

#7

Which enzyme is unique to the zona glomerulosa and thus the mineralocorticoid synthesis pathway?_____

#8

lipoamide

#9

Where does fatty acid oxidation take place?

#10

Where does fatty acid synthesis take place?

Steroid hormone synthesis Flashcards for USMLE

Study 10 flashcards on Steroid hormone synthesis for USMLE Biochemistry. These active recall cards cover the key concepts, clinical associations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Lipid metabolism. Each card is designed to test your understanding rather than just recognition, building stronger and more durable memories for exam day.

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