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PHCY 421. Biochemistry I (3)

Prerequisites

Pre: PY1 status; Co: PHCY 401.

Description

An introductory course examining nucleic acid, amino acid/protein, carbohydrate and lipid structure and function in the normal and pathophysiological states. Other topics include: chemical functional groups important in metabolism, drug-receptor interactions and mechanism of action, protein structure/function, enzyme catalysis and inhibition, and carbohydrate and lipid metabolic pathways. When applicable, drug development and intervention in treating disease states is emphasized. A weekly recitation provides students an opportunity to review and apply information and concepts developed during lectures.

Availability

Fall

Course Type

PharmD Course

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