Nitrogen Flashcards
1
Q
Where does nitrogen come from
A
Diet
2
Q
Are proteins broken down in the stomach , if so by what enzyme
A
Yes by pepsin
3
Q
In the small intestine list the different enzymes invoked
A
Trypsin and chymotrypsin for cutting the protein up
Aminopeptidases and caroxylpeptidaes for cutting up the the peptide to amino acids
4
Q
Of the 20 amino acids , how many are required from the diet
A
9
5
Q
PKN occurs when phenylalanine is not broken down to produce what
A
Tyrosine to thyroxine which is growth hormone
6
Q
Diagnosis of PKN is on a Guthrie card. The sample is measured for what
A
Level of amino acids on chromatography
7
Q
What is the UREA CYCLE
A
Removal of ammonia from the body via urea
