Chemical Tests in Biochemistry
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What is the specific purpose of the Sakaguchi test?

  • Detecting the presence of cysteine
  • Identifying the presence of amines
  • Checking for the presence of proteins
  • Detecting the presence of sulfur-containing amino acids (correct)
  • Which components are used in the Sakaguchi test?

  • 1% NaOH and a solution of cuprous sulfate
  • NaOH, α-naphthol, and Bromine solution (correct)
  • Sulfuric acid and cuprous sulfate
  • NaOH, Glyoxylic acid, and Bromine solution
  • What color indicates a positive result in the Sakaguchi test?

  • Red-colored complex (correct)
  • Yellow/red-orange
  • Black precipitate
  • Purple
  • Which amino acid is specifically targeted by the Sakaguchi test?

    <p>Arginine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test is used for detecting Indole group presence?

    <p>Hopkin's Cole Test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of a positive result in the Hopkin's Cole Test?

    <p>Purple Color on the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Sakaguchi Test?

    <p>To determine the presence of ketone bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reagent is used in the Sakaguchi Test?

    <p>Strong ammonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What chemical reaction is observed in the Sakaguchi Test?

    <p>Creation of a black cloud with Lugol’s solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amino acids are associated with the test for creatinine?

    <p>Glycine, Arginine, Methionine (GAM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by blood glucose greater than 180 mg/dL and blood in the urine?

    <p>Hyperglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suspected cause of type 1 diabetes according to the text?

    <p>An autoimmune reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Sakaguchi test?

    <p>To detect the presence of bile pigments in urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is formed when 5 ml of urine is overlaid with tincture of alcoholic iodine in the Sakaguchi test?

    <p>Emerald at the point of contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bile pigment causes yellow discoloration of skin in jaundice patients?

    <p>Bilirubin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when hydrogen peroxide is added to Guaiac solution in the test for occult blood?

    <p>Formation of a blue color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Sakaguchi test primarily detect in urine?

    <p>Presence of bile pigments</p> Signup and view all the answers

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