BO/I/02
Professional Course Examination, November 2018
1st Semester
BACHELOR OF OPTOMETRY
Paper II
Basic Biochemistry and Nutrition
Full Marks 40
Pass Marks 20
Time 2 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
SECTION—A
Basic Biochemistry
Marks 20
Answer any four questions
1. Fill in the blanks 1×5=5
D-galactose is the epimer of D-glucose at carbon number
Hyaluronic acid acts as a in the body.
An example of an aromatic amino acid is
Saturated fatty acids do not contain
The serum urea level is
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2. Choose the correct answer 1×5=5
Which of the following hormones decreases the blood sugar level?
Insulin
Glucagon
T3
T4
Synthesis of ketone bodies is known as
ketosis
ketolysis
ketogenesis
ketonuria
Which of the following is an essential fatty acid?
Palmitic acid
Oleic acid
Linoleic acid
Palmitoleic acid
Which of the following is a clinically important transaminase enzyme?
SGPT
Amino acid oxidase
Amylase
Glucokinase
An example of a conjugated protein is
albumin
globulin
glycine
rhodopsin
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3. What are amino acids? Classify them with examples.
4. What is the normal serum cholesterol level? Mention the clinical
significance of serum cholesterol estimation.
5. Write a short note on any one of the following 5
Minerals
Fat-soluble vitamins
Tear film
SECTION—B
Nutrition
Marks 20
Answer any four questions
6. Define the following 1×5=5
Food
Nutrition
Balanced diet
Malnutrition
Diet therapy
7. Discuss the various steps involved in digestion of carbohydrates. 5
8. What do you mean by oxidative stress? Suggest preventive measures. 5
9. Highlight the dietary guidelines for an elderly. 5
10. Discuss the role of proteins for the eyes. 5