Download MBBS KUHS 1st Year 2018 August Biochemistry Paper II Question Paper

Download MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) KUHS (Kerala University of Health Science) 1st Year (First Year) 2018 August Biochemistry Paper II Previous Question Paper

Q.P.Code 106001

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First Professional MBBS Degree Examinations August 2018



Biochemistry - Paper II

Time: 3 hrs

Max marks: 50





Answer all questions

Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay

(10)

1. Describe the chemistry, biochemical functions, daily requirements, sources and

deficiency manifestations of vitamin D.

(2+4+1+1+2)

Short essays

(2x5=10)

2. Explain briefly on absorption, transport, and functions of copper.

3. Explain the DNA repair mechanisms.

Short notes

(5x3=15)

4. Point mutations.

5. Orotic aciduria.

6. Albumin.

7. Structure of immunoglobulins.

8. Cell cycle.

Answer briefly

(5x2=10)

9. Co-enzyme role of biotin.

10. What is respiratory acidosis and mention one example.

11. Chloride shift

12. Distribution of total body water.

13. Albumin-globulin ratio.

Give precise answers

(5x1=5)

14. Normal values of serum creatinine, serum alkaline phosphatase.

15. Mention two applications of polymerase chain reaction.

16. What is Bence-Jones protein.

17. Mention two differences between DNA and RNA.

18. What are nucleotide analogues and mention one example.

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