NOVEMBER 2018 Sub.Code 5056
M.B.B.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION
FIRST YEAR
PAPER VI BIOCHEMISTRY II
Q.P. Code: 525056
Time: Three hours Maximum 50 Marks
Answer All Questions
I. Essay: x 10 10)
1. Write briefly the mechanisms by which the pH of the body fluids is regulated.
Add a note on acid base disturbances with examples.
II. Write notes on: x 4 20)
1. Post translational modifications with examples.
2. Blotting techniques.
3. Classify jaundice based on liver function tests.
4. Structure of collagen.
5. Classes of Immunoglobulins.
III. Short answers on: (10 x 2 20)
1. Structure of tRNA.
2. Lead poisoning.
3. Secondary hyperuricemias.
4. Draw normal protein electrophoretic pattern.
5. Secondary structure of proteins.
6. Classification of aminoacids based on metabolic fate.
7. Hartnup's disease.
8. Microalbuminuria and its importance.
9. Reactive oxygen species.
10. DNA fingerprinting.