8363 (v.6) Biochemistry 232

Area:	School of Biomedical Science
Contact Hours:	5.0
Credits:	25.0
Lecture:	2 x 1 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 0.5 Hours Weekly
Practical:	1 x 2.5 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	8804 (v.8) Biochemistry 231 or any previous version
Overview, concepts and designs of metabolism. Including fat metabolism, ketone metabolism, pentose phosphate pathway, gluconeogenesis, nucleotide metabolism, and amino acid metabolism. Understand role and significance of membrane structure, membrane function, membrane composition and membrane transport. Know and understand the role of hormones and receptors in the control and integration of metabolism. In particular, the role of pancreatic hormones, adrenal hormones, calcium, and steroid hormones. Finally, the ability to solve problems, develop research skills and develop communication skills.
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