Other Lipids and Their Function – Lipids
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Other Lipids and Their Function – Lipids“ von Kevin Ahern, PhD ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Biochemistry: Basics“.
Quiz zum Vortrag
Which of the following is true of prostaglandins?
- They are derived from arachidonic acid.
- They are precursors of eicosanoids.
- They are broken down by cyclooxygenases.
- They have synthesis stimulated by aspirin and NSAIDs.
- They all contain a six-membered carbon ring.
Which of the following molecule plays an important role in asthma?
- Leukotrienes
- Prostaglandins
- Thromboxanes
- Arachidonic acid
- Taurocholic acid
Which of the following statements is NOT true?
- The prostaglandins are strong endocrine hormones produced by the pituitary gland.
- Leukotrienes play an important role in inflammatory response and histamine production.
- The enzyme cyclooxygenase mediates the conversion of the arachidonic acid to prostaglandins.
- Thromboxanes molecules play an important role in vasoconstriction and blood clotting.
- Leukotrienes are made from arachidonic acid via the linear pathway.
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Dozent des Vortrages Other Lipids and Their Function – Lipids
Kevin Ahern, PhD
Dr. Kevin Ahern is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at Oregon State University (OSU), USA.
He obtained his PhD in Biochemistry from Oregon State University. Currently, he teaches courses for health sciences students at OSU.
He is co-author of three Open Educational electronic textbooks on Biochemistry and a Guide to Getting Into Medical School.
Due to his achievements, he earned OSU’s highest teaching recognition, the Elizabeth P. Ritchie Distinguished Professor Award in 2017.
Within Lecturio, Dr. Ahern teaches courses on Biochemistry and on "How to Get into Medical School”.
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its good and thorough, also covers minor lipid types! good to learn
