Clinical & Applied Biochemistry

Core Biochemical Concepts

1. Structure and function of biomolecules (proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids).

2. Enzyme kinetics and mechanisms.

3. Metabolic pathways and regulation.

4. Bioenergetics and thermodynamics.

Clinical Applications

1. Biochemical markers for disease diagnosis (e.g., liver function tests, cardiac markers).

2. Molecular diagnostics and genetic testing.

3. Biochemical basis of metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes, obesity).

4. Drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics.

Specialized Areas

1. Clinical enzymology and its applications.

2. Biochemistry of hormones and endocrine disorders.

3. Nutritional biochemistry and malnutrition.

4. Toxicology and biochemical effects of toxins.

Emerging Topics

1. Proteomics and metabolomics in clinical research.

2. Biochemical aspects of personalized medicine.

3. Role of biochemistry in cancer research and therapy.

4. Advances in biochemical techniques (e.g., mass spectrometry, chromatography).

These topics provide a comprehensive foundation for understanding the biochemical basis of health and disease.