Glycolysis and gluconeogenesis are two pathways of glucose metabolism. One is breakdown of glucose while other is systhesis of glucose. Glycolysis and gluconeogenesis are totally opposite to each other as mentioned above. Both of them have many difference other then their action which are … [Read more...]
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Biochemistry is the subject of all the chemical process and reactions taking place in a living being. Human biochemistry is the same studies in human body. And that's one of the basic subject for medical sciences. The reason for including it in the course of MBBS or other medical field is that it … [Read more...]
Differences between hexokinase and glucokinase
Hexokinase or glucokinase is an enzyme that convert glucose to glucose 6 phosphate. It is the first step of glycolysis. One ATP molecule is cleaved to ADP and the phosphate released is added to glucose. Hence glucose is converted to glucose 6 phosphate. This enzyme which convert glucose to … [Read more...]
Structure, Synthesis & Functions of Thyroxine (T4 or Tertraiodothyronine)
Thyroxine (also called T4) is a hormone secreted by Thyroid gland. It is secreted more then other thyroid hormones and control metabolism of Human Body. As mentioned above, thyroxine which is also called tetraiodothyronine (short form T4) is secreted by follicular cells of thyroid in largest … [Read more...]
Qualitative Analysis of Carbohydrates (All tests)
Carbohydrates, also called hydrated carbons are the most abundant organic compounds in human body. They contain hydrogen, oxygen and carbons. They are further classified into monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides. Monosaccharides: They are the simplest sugars/carbohydrates. It means … [Read more...]
Differences Between T3 And T4
Thyroid gland of human control most of the metabolism of body. It is an endocrine gland and has follicular and C cells. It is the follicular cells of thyroid glands that produce thyroid hormons i.e thyroxine and tri iodo thyronine. I.e T4 and T3. Both of these hormones are made iodine and amino acid … [Read more...]
Blood Clotting Factors pdf Download
Blood Clotting factors are the substances/chemical that help in coagulation or clotting of the blood. These factors help in different reaction of direct and indirect pathways of coagulation. If any single clotting factor is missing, this would result in blood clotting disorders. There are main 13 … [Read more...]
Clotting Factors List And Mnemonics For Easy Learning
13 Clotting Factors: There are main 13 clotting factors that help in the clotting of the blood. This process is also called coagulation. In this process blood changes from liquid to a gel like substance which is called clot. This is a protective mechanism which keeps the blood from loss after … [Read more...]
Differences Between Plasma And Serum
The Main Difference Between Plasma And Serum Lies In The Clotting Factor. Plasma Has clotting factors while serum is free of clotting factors. Plasma Vs Serum: Plasma: Plasma is that part of the blood which is liquid and do not contain blood cells. Blood cells like red blood cells, white … [Read more...]
Molisch’s test-Qualitative test for the presence of carbohydrates
Molisch test is a qualitative test for determining the presence of carbohydrates in a solution.It is named after an Austian botanist "Hans Molisch" who discovered this test for the presence of carbohydrates. It is a general test for the presence of carbohydrates and is positive for all kinds of … [Read more...]