Metabolism and homeostasis

BI6.1 Discuss the metabolic processes that take place in specific organs in the body in the fed and fasting states.

BI6.2 Describe and discuss the metabolic processes in which nucleotides are involved.

BI6.3 Describe the common disorders associated with nucleotide metabolism.

BI6.4 Discuss the laboratory results of analytes associated with gout & Lesch Nyhan syndrome .

BI6.5 Describe the biochemical role of vitamins in the body and explain the manifestations of their deficiency

BI6.6 Describe the biochemical processes involved in generation of energy in cells.

BI6.7 Describe the processes involved in maintenance of normal pH, water & electrolyte balance of body fluids and the derangements associated with these.

BI6.8 Discuss and interpret results of Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) analysis in various disorders.

BI6.10 Enumerate and describe the disorders associated with mineral metabolism

BI6.11 Describe the functions of haem in the body and describe the processes involved in its metabolism and describe porphyrin metabolism.

BI6.12 Describe the major types of haemoglobin and its derivatives found in the body and their physiological/ pathological relevance.

BI6.13 Describe the functions of the kidney, liver, thyroid and adrenal glands.

BI6.14 Describe the tests that are commonly done in clinical practice to assess the functions of these organs (kidney, liver, thyroid and adrenal glands).

BI6.15 Describe the abnormalities of kidney, liver, thyroid and adrenal glands.