Biochemistry LE 4: GIT Forum Plenary
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What is the end product of glycolysis?

  • Lactate
  • Cholesterol
  • Pyruvate (correct)
  • NADH

    • What is required for pyruvate to be shunted to lactate?

  • NAD+
  • FADH2
  • NADH (correct)
  • ATP

    • What is the relationship between TAGs and cholesterol synthesis?

  • TAGs are a precursor to cholesterol synthesis (correct)
  • TAGs and cholesterol synthesis are unrelated
  • TAGs are a byproduct of cholesterol synthesis
  • TAGs inhibit cholesterol synthesis

    • What is the purpose of the glycolytic pathway?

    <p>To generate ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of pyruvate in the absence of NADH?

    <p>It is converted to acetyl-CoA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of zinc supplementation in anemia during pregnancy?

    <p>To increase hemoglobin levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a dietary consideration during diarrhea?

    <p>Increase fluid intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of albumin?

    <p>Maintenance of oncotic pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Central obesity and insulin resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dietary intervention is recommended for metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Calorie-restricted diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is theprimary function of gluconeogenesis?

    <p>Synthesis of glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of amino acids in gluconeogenesis?

    <p>Act as precursors for glucose synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of impaired gluconeogenesis?

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

    What is the relationship between gluconeogenesis and amino acid metabolism?

    <p>Amino acid metabolism provides precursors for gluconeogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of albumin in maintaining oncotic pressure?

    <p>Attracts water into the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of gluconeogenesis?

    <p>To generate glucose from non-carbohydrate sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Central obesity and insulin resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of albumin in the body?

    <p>To maintain oncotic pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between gluconeogenesis and amino acid metabolism?

    <p>Amino acids are substrates for gluconeogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a dietary intervention for metabolic syndrome?

    <p>High-fiber and low-fat diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of impaired gluconeogenesis?

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

    What is the role of amino acids in gluconeogenesis?

    <p>Amino acids can be converted into glucose or ketones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of albumin in maintaining oncotic pressure?

    <p>To attract water into blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of gluconeogenesis during fasting?

    <p>To generate glucose from non-carbohydrate sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of amino acid metabolism?

    <p>Amino acids can be converted into glucose or ketones</p> Signup and view all the answers

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