5 Questions
What are Non-Protein Nitrogens?
Substances that are not considered as proteins, but contain nitrogen
Which substance is the major organic component of urine?
Urea
What is the molecular formula of urea?
H2N-CO-NH2
Which Non-Protein Nitrogen accounts for almost 45% of the total NPNs in the body?
Urea
Which Non-Protein Nitrogen is often used to assess renal function?
Urea
Study Notes
Non-Protein Nitrogens
- Non-Protein Nitrogens (NPNs) refer to nitrogen-containing compounds in the body that are not part of proteins
- Examples of NPNs include urea, uric acid, creatine, and ammonia
Urine Composition
- Urea is the major organic component of urine
Urea Molecular Formula
- The molecular formula of urea is CO(NH2)2
Urea in Non-Protein Nitrogens
- Urea accounts for almost 45% of the total NPNs in the body
Assessing Renal Function
- Urea is often used to assess renal function
Test your knowledge of non-protein nitrogens with this quiz. Explore the characteristics and substances that are not considered proteins but contain nitrogen. Learn about their concentration and their role as waste products.
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