Textbook of Biochemistry for Paramedical Students

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