Proteomics Flashcards
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What is proteomics
A
The study of structure, function and interactions of the proteins directing the activities of each living cell
2
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What are proteins
A
Large and complex molecules made up of long chains of amino acids
3
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What is the proteome
A
Entire set of of proteins expressed by a genome, cell tissue or organism at a certain time
4
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How does one gene make different proteins
A
Alternative slicing
Post translational modification
Proteins interact with each other in complex pathways to change function
5
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How can proteomics be used in medicine
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Can be used in the discovery, diagnostic and molecular medicine. (Link between genes, proteins and disease)
6
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Explain gene expression
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All genes are expressed differently (some all the time and others during stages of development)
