Metabolism — Flashcards

After adipose stores have been depleted (prolonged starvation), vital _____ degradation accelerates, leading to organ failure and death

What mineral deficiencies (2) are associated with delayed wound healing? _____

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

What enzyme catalyzes the conversion of H2CO3 into CO2 and H2O (and its reverse reaction)?_____

Acromegaly is associated with increased _____ resistance

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

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

Methyl-THF (reduced THF) is used by the enzyme _____ to convert homocysteine to methionine

Factors of the coagulation cascade are produced by the _____ in an inactive state

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