Manipal University 2007 B.E Biomedical Engineering THIRD SEMESTER MAKE-UP S- - Question Paper
SUBJECT: BIOCHEMISTRY (BME 209)
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MANIPAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
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THIRD SEMESTER B.E. DEGREE MAKE-UP EXAMINATIONS- JANUARY 2007 SUBJECT: BIOCHEMISTRY (BME 209)
(REVISED CREDIT SYSTEM)
Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon
TIME: 3 HOURS
Instructions to Candidates:
1. Answer any FIVE full questions.
2. All the questions carry equal marks.
3. Draw labeled diagram wherever necessary_
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Explain the complete metabolism of bilirubin in our body. What is the principle of Van den Berghs test? |
6+2=8 |
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Outline the principle of serum protein electrophoresis. Compare and contrast the patterns of normal and nephritic syndrome conditions. |
4+1+1=6 | |
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With the help of a neat and labeled diagram of combination electrode, outline how the pH of a solution is measured. |
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Describe the Embden-Mayerhof s pathway of aerobic Glycolysis. Add a note on its energetics. |
8+2=10 |
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What is Urea? Give the causes for increased blood urea level. |
1+4=5 | |
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Sketch the components of electron transport chain [ETC] in the order. |
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Write short answers on: |
5x4=20 | |
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Double helical structure of DNA. | ||
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Normal fasting blood glucose level and the associated clinical significance. | ||
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Classification of lipids. | ||
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Estimation and significance of serum creatinine. | ||
4. Write short notes on: 5x4=20
(a) Classification of carbohydrates.
(b) Estimation and significance of serum total proteins and A: G ratio.
(c) Principle and the instrumentation of spectrofluorimetry
(d) Classification of enzymes with suitable examples.
5. Write short notes on:
(a) Recombinant DNA and its application.
(5x4=20)
(b) Importance of diagnostic enzymes.
(c) Principle and instrumentation of spectrophotometry.
(d) Mechanism of action of peptide hormones.
6. Describe P-oxidation of Palmitic acid under the following sub-divisions:
2+2+4+2=10
(i) Activation of Palmitic acid
(ii) Transport across the mitochondrial membrane
(iii) P-oxidation proper and
(iv) Energetics
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