Textbook of Biochemistry for Paramedical Students

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SECTION 1: Introduction to Biochemistry

The Cell (Biochemical and Biophysical Aspects)

SECTION 2: Chemistry of Biomolecules

Chemistry of Carbohydrates

Chemistry of Lipids

Chemistry of Proteins

Chemistry of Nucleic Acids

Chemistry of Hemoglobin

Enzymes

Vitamins

SECTION 3: Metabolism

Introduction to Metabolism

Biological Oxidation, Electron Transport Chain, and Bioenergetics

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Carbohydrates

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Lipids

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Proteins

Integration of Metabolism

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Nucleic Acids

Metabolism of Hemoglobin

Mineral Metabolism

Metabolism of Xenobiotics (Detoxication)

Excretion

SECTION 4: Miscellaneous Topics of Biochemical Importance

Energy Metabolism

Food and Nutrition

Water (Fluid) and Electrolyte Balance

Acid-Base Balance

Organ Function Tests

Hormones

SECTION 5: Applied Biochemistry

Molecular Biology

Immunology

Clinical Biochemistry

Instrumentation and Techniques in Biochemistry

Biochemistry in Medical and Paramedical Specialties

SECTION 6: Special Topics

Eicosanoids (Prostaglandins)

Lipid Peroxidation - Free Radicals and Antioxidants

Environmental Biochemistry

Cancer

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

Biotechnology

Appendices

Appendix A: Questions (Chapter-wise) Appendix B: Clinical Cases Appendix C: Inborn Errors of Metabolism Appendix D: Isomerism Appendix E: Abbreviations used in this Book Appendix F: List of Paramedical Courses (Allied Health Science Courses) [BSc (UG) Level] Appendix G: Normal Value Chart Appendix H: Biochemistry Practical Guide

Index

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