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What is a physiological implication of high galactose levels in the context of metabolism?
Which test is used as a confirmatory assay for galactose metabolism issues?
What dietary change is typically recommended for patients with galactosemia?
Which hormone inhibits protein B synthesis during pregnancy?
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What is lactose classified as?
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What symptom could indicate the onset of liver damage related to galactose metabolism?
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Which sugar is produced from the synthesis of lactose?
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How does high reducing sugar levels without glucose relate to galactose metabolism?
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Which enzyme is responsible for lactose synthesis?
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What is the primary dietary management for galactosemia?
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Which of the following is a common symptom in an infant with galactosemia?
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In the diagnosis of galactokinase deficiency, which laboratory finding is indicative?
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What is a potential outcome of galactose accumulation in infants?
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Which enzyme deficiency is primarily associated with galactosemia?
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Which condition results from the effect of aldose reductase on galactose?
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What major action does therapy aim to achieve in managing galactosemia?
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What is a likely laboratory result for a patient with galactosemia?
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What can be a long-term risk in female patients with galactosemia?
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What is the primary role of UDP-glucuronate in polysaccharide biosynthesis?
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Which statement accurately describes the consequence of a defect in xylulose reductase?
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In the context of the uronic acid pathway, which drug is noted to elevate glucose conversion rates to glucuronate?
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What can xylulose, as a reducing sugar, cause when measured using alkaline copper reagents?
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Which polysaccharide biosynthesis component is formed by oxidizing UDP-glucose?
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What condition is characterized by the presence of excess xylulose in urine?
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Which enzyme primarily phosphorylates fructose in the liver?
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What is the product when fructose is phosphorylated by fructokinase?
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Which statement is true regarding hexokinase's affinity for fructose?
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In which tissue is fructokinase predominantly active?
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Which substrate do all hexokinases, including hexokinase itself, primarily phosphorylate?
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How does the activity of fructokinase respond to changes in feeding and fasting states?
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Which compound serves as the phosphate donor for the fructokinase reaction?
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Which of the following sugars is considered the most common monosaccharide consumed by humans?
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Which statement best describes the activity of hexokinase in relation to fructose and other hexoses?
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What is the main function of protein A (β-D-Galactosyltransferase) in lactating mammary glands?
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Which hormone's elevation stimulates the synthesis of galactosyl transferase and β-lactalbumin?
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Where is protein B, α-lactalbumin, predominantly found?
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What type of linkage is formed between galactose and glucose in lactose production?
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What role does lactase play in the digestion of lactose?
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Which form of lactase is typically present in adults?
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What is a common result of lactose intolerance?
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Which compound does protein A preferentially transfer galactose to in non-lactating tissues?
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What triggers the synthesis of prolactin after birth?
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Which of the following components is formed when galactose is transferred by protein A in lactating tissues?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Metabolism of Monosaccharides and Disaccharides
- Glucose is the most commonly consumed monosaccharide in humans.
- Fructose and galactose serve as significant cellular energy sources.
- Metabolism pathways involve various enzymes influencing monosaccharide metabolism.
Phosphorylation of Fructose
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Hexokinase:
- Phosphorylates glucose in all cells; acts on various hexoses.
- Low affinity for fructose (high Km), resulting in minimal direct conversion.
- Converts a small amount of fructose to fructose 6-phosphate (F6P) in muscle.
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Fructokinase (Ketohexokinase):
- Primary enzyme for fructose phosphorylation.
- Converts fructose to fructose 1-phosphate using ATP as a phosphate donor.
- Located mainly in the liver, kidney, and small intestinal mucosa.
- Its activity remains constant regardless of nutritional state or insulin levels.
Galactose Metabolism and Disorders
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Galactosemia:
- Results from enzyme deficiencies leading to elevated galactose levels in blood and tissues.
- Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, and overall failure to thrive in infants.
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Galactokinase Deficiency:
- Accumulation of galactose leads to cataract formation due to reduced galactitol by aldose reductase in the lens.
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Aldose Reductase Effects:
- Present in many tissues but physiologically insignificant unless galactose levels become excessively high.
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Diagnosis:
- Urinalysis shows reducing sugars without glucose.
- Elevated levels of galactose in urine and serum.
- Galactose 1-Phosphate Uridyl Transferase assay confirms enzyme deficiency.
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Treatment:
- Galactose-free diet; avoidance of milk and dairy products as the patient matures.
Lactose Metabolism
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Lactose Synthesis:
- Primarily involves lactose synthase, which transfers galactose from UDP-galactose to glucose.
- Involves protein A (β-D-Galactosyltransferase) and protein B (α-lactalbumin) in mammary glands.
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Hormonal Control:
- Before and during pregnancy, mammary glands synthesize N-acetyllactosamine.
- Progesterone inhibits protein B synthesis during pregnancy, but prolactin levels rise post-birth, stimulating lactose production.
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Lactose Utilization:
- Lactase enzyme hydrolyzes lactose into galactose and glucose in the intestines.
- Two forms of lactase exist, specific to infants and adults.
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Lactose Intolerance:
- Occurs due to insufficient lactase enzyme leading to digestive issues when consuming lactose.
UDP-Glucuronate Metabolism
- Important for synthesizing polysaccharides like heparin.
- UDP-glucuronate is derived from UDP-glucose and serves as a donor for polysaccharide components.
Essential Pentosuria
- Rare hereditary condition marked by excessive xylulose in urine due to xylulose reductase deficiency.
- Can lead to false positives in urinary glucose tests.
- Certain drugs can enhance glucose entry into the uronic acid pathway, increasing conversion rates to glucuronate and other compounds.
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Explore the metabolism of monosaccharides and disaccharides in this biochemistry quiz. Delve into the critical processes such as D-phosphorylation of fructose and the role of specific enzymes like hexokinase. Test your knowledge and understanding of essential metabolic pathways.