Oral Environment 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is one of the main functions of AMYLASE?
A
To hydrolyse thew 1-4alpha glycosidic bond in starch
2
Q
What is one of the main functions of lysozyme?
A
Attacks bonds in bacterial cell walls causing lysis
Lysis: disintegration of a cell by rupture of the cell wall or membrane
3
Q
What is a main function of lactoferrin?
A
Iron-binding protein allows binding of iron, also antibacterial
4
Q
Main function of lipase?
A
hydrolysing triglycerides
5
Q
During salivary secretion, which ions are reabsorbed and which are secreted?
*Pick from: Na+, HCO3-, Cl-, K+
A
Reabsorbed: Na+, Cl-
Absorbed: K+, HCO3-
