Contents:

SECTION 1: Introduction to Biochemistry

The Cell (Biochemical and Biophysical Aspects)

SECTION 2: Chemistry of Biomolecules

Chemistry of Carbohydrates
Chemistry of Lipids
Chemistry of Proteins
Chemistry of Nucleic Acids
Chemistry of Hemoglobin
Enzymes
Vitamins

SECTION 3: Metabolism

Introduction to Metabolism
Biological Oxidation, Electron Transport Chain, and Bioenergetics
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Carbohydrates
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Lipids
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Proteins
Integration of Metabolism
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Nucleic Acids
Metabolism of Hemoglobin
Mineral Metabolism
Metabolism of Xenobiotics (Detoxication)
Excretion

SECTION 4: Miscellaneous Topics of Biochemical Importance

Energy Metabolism
Food and Nutrition
Water (Fluid) and Electrolyte Balance
Acid-Base Balance
Organ Function Tests
Hormones

SECTION 5: Applied Biochemistry

Molecular Biology
Immunology
Clinical Biochemistry
Instrumentation and Techniques in Biochemistry
Biochemistry in Medical and Paramedical Specialties

SECTION 6: Special Topics

Eicosanoids (Prostaglandins)
Lipid Peroxidation - Free Radicals and Antioxidants
Environmental Biochemistry
Cancer
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Biotechnology

Appendices

Appendix A: Questions (Chapter-wise)

Appendix B: Clinical Cases

Appendix C: Inborn Errors of Metabolism

Appendix D: Isomerism

Appendix E: Abbreviations used in this Book

Appendix F: List of Paramedical Courses (Allied Health Science Courses) [BSc (UG) Level]

Appendix G: Normal Value Chart

Appendix H: Biochemistry Practical Guide

Index