The following points highlight the top thirteen mechanisms of amino acids in body. 1. The amino acids are required for the synthesis of protein. 2. These are utilized for the synthesis of methionine which is methyl donor. This methyl donor is required for the synthesis of choline, betaine, creatine and epinephrine. Methionine can also be converted into cystine when this [...]
The below mentioned article provides a short note on Edema:- 1. Introduction to Edema 2. Clinical Manifestations of Edema 3. Management. Introduction to Edema: Edema is recognized by the increase in the volume of interstitial fluid. There are three types: a. Nephrotic Type: This type is produced by the lowering of serum protein concentration due to severe albuminuria or to [...]
The below mentioned article provides a short note on the Nitrogen Balance in Diet. Nitrogen balance is defined as the quantitative difference between the nitrogen intake and the nitrogen output, both expressed in gms N/day. Intake means the nitrogen of the food and output means the excretion of nitrogen as urine, feces, milk, sweat, vomiting, menstrual fluid and loss of [...]