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Carbohydrates Flashcards

1
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Three main monosaccharides

A

Glucose, fructose, galactose

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2
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Normal blood glucose concentration

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~5mM

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3
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Cells that have absolute glucose requirements

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RBC, neutrophils, lens of eye

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4
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Breakdown of carbs in the mouth

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Saliva - amylase breaks down starch and glycogen to dextrins

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Breakdown of carbs in small intestine

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  • Amylase hydrolyses to monosaccharides
  • Disaccharidases attached to brush border
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