AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Structure and function of proteins; enzymology intermediate metabolism
carbohydrate, lipid and nitrogen mechanism of action
of acid/base balance hormones
markers of function and injury.
Acquire clinical information on: alterations in glucose, lipid and nitrogenous compounds - clinical significance of liver and kidney function parameters

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

This course is designed to provide the fundamental knowledge to understand the concepts of biochemistry processes that control the functioning and homeostasis of cells and body in physiological and pathophysiological conditions.

TEACHING METHODS

Plenary lectures (delivered live or on the Teams platform according to University guidelines due to the SARS-CoV2 emergency) 

Students with documented Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) or special educational needs are required to contact the Instructor(s) and the dedicated SLD Representative at the Department before the start of the course, in order to agree on specific teaching arrangements and ensure the proper achievement of learning objectives and outcomes

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

The Biochemistry II module will provide a detailed description of the integrated biochemistry of organs and tissues. It will provide useful knowledge to enhance understanding of other medical disciplines and clinics, and illustrate the main mechanisms of biochemical regulation of metabolism in the liver, skeletal and cardiac muscles, adipose tissue, digestive system and nervous system. The hormonal and metabolic regulation of metabolism, as well as the conditions that can lead to its alteration, will be described.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Online available slides provided by the teacher (aula-web).

Denise R. Ferrier: Le basi della biochimica

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

as on calendar

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The exam consists of a 15-minute oral interview, structured around two questions on the course syllabus. The final grade will be averaged with those of the other modules of the integrated course.