Anatomy

Ketone Bodies Explained: Energy Molecules Of Starvation And Diabetes What are ketone bodies? Describe their synthesis and utilization. (or) Briefly give the pathway of Ketogenesis. How is the presence of Ketone bodies in urine detected? Answer: Ketone bodies: Acetone, acetoacetate and (β-hydroxybutyrate are known as ketone bodies. They are water-soluble and … [Read more...] about Ketone Bodies Explained: Energy Molecules Of Starvation And Diabetes

Understanding Ketosis: How Your Body Uses Fat For Energy Ketosis. Answer: When ketone bodies synthesis is more than its utilization, its concentration in the blood increases. This condition is called ketonemia. The excretion of ketone bodies in urine is called ketonuria. Ketonemia along with ketonuria is referred to as ketosis. Features: The smell of … [Read more...] about Understanding Ketosis: How Your Body Uses Fat For Energy

Lipoproteins Explained: The Body’s Lipid Transport System Define lipoproteins. Classify lipoproteins and explain their function. Answer: Lipoproteins: Lipoproteins are molecular complexes consisting of lipids and proteins Classification: Functions: Lipids are hydrophobic in nature while proteins are hydrophilic Thus lipoproteins consisting of both … [Read more...] about Lipoproteins Explained: The Body’s Lipid Transport System

Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs): Heart-Healthy Fats Explained Question 1. Phospholipids. Answer: These are compound lipids containing phosphoric acid along with fatty acids, nitrogenous bases, and alcohol. Types: Structure: Functions: Along with proteins forms a structural component of the membrane and regulates its permeability. Maintain … [Read more...] about Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs): Heart-Healthy Fats Explained

Signs Of Dehydration And How It Affects The Body Dehydration. Answer: Dehydration Definition: Significant decrease in water content of the body is known as dehydration. Dehydration Classification: 1. Based on amount of fluid loss. Mild dehydration - fluid loss is about 5%. Moderate dehydration - fluid loss is about 10%. Severe dehydration - fluid loss … [Read more...] about Signs Of Dehydration And How It Affects The Body