Understanding Parathormone: The Hormone That Regulates Minerals

Understanding Parathormone: The Hormone That Regulates Minerals

Question 1. Parathormone
Answer:

• It is a single-chain polypeptide containing 84 amino acids

Synthesis:

• Synthesis as preproPTH

Question 2. Biochemical functions of phosphorus
Answer:

Phosphorus is required for

1. Development of bone & teeth
2. Formation of high energy phosphate compounds like ATP, GTP
3. Formation of phospholipids, phosphoproteins & nucleic acids
4. Several nucleotide coenzymes
5. Activation of several proteins & enzymes
6. Maintenance of blood pH

Question 3. Name two trace elements & their biological role
Answer: