Test 2 - Nucleotide Metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
Define De Novo Biosynthesis
A
Building new nucleotides from basic precursors
2
Q
Define Salvage Biosynthesis
A
Recovering free bases or nucleosides to use in production of nucleotides.
3
Q
Define Degradation
A
Catabolism of nucleotides and removal of the bases as Uric acid and Urea.