NTRUHS MBBS Biochemistry March 2024 (M102A031 Regular)

M102A031Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences · Biochemistry · 2024 · March · Regular

Questions (12)

1.What is the normal blood pH? Describe the regulatory mechanisms of blood pH. Explain about renal regulation of blood pH. Add a note on the anion gap.
15 Marks
2.A 33-year-old child was brought to the-hospital by the parent with the complaint of the child's diapers becoming black. Answer the following: a) What is your probable diagnosis? b) Which metabolic pathway is affected? c) What is the biochemical cause behind the black diapers? d) What are the important compounds derived from tyrosine?
15 Marks
3.Classify hormones? Describe the mechanism of action of group 1 hormones.
5 Marks
4.Describe the steps of PCR and its applications.
5 Marks
5.Define immunity. Describe the types of immunity and add a note on acquired immunity.
5 Marks
6.Explain the transport mechanisms across the cell membrane.
5 Marks
7.Define and describe the different types of mutations with examples.
5 Marks
8.Write about sources, RDA functions, and regulation of Calcium in our body.
5 Marks
9.Enumerate the tumor markers and their role in cancer diagnosis.
5 Marks
10.Enumerate the steps of Uric acid synthesis and add a note on its clinical importance.
5 Marks
11.Describe transcription of MRNA in Prokaryotes and add a note on post- transcriptional modifications.
5 Marks
12.Describe the structure and functions of collagen.
5 Marks