Q.P.Code 106001 Reg. No.:………
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
