The chemical composition and biological value of the biomolecules represented in fats, lipids, nucleic acids, and others
The vital interactions that occur in the cells of the human body and how the body controls them
The regulating mechanism for the levels of some vital substances inside the body, the causes of their imbalance, and the necessary tests that will identify some diseases
Biological analysis and the relationship between them and some clinical diseases.
Content outline:
Lipid chemistry
Metabolism of lipids
Molecular biology
Hemoglobin chemistry
Intended learning outcomes
After completing this course, the student will be able to:
Understand the chemical reactions within the body and their impact on the vital functions of the body
Know the chemistry of human cells, and their role in the appearance of dysfunctions in the body (diseases)
Develop and design tests to detect some diseases
know the basic and different methods of biological analysis and understand the results and laboratory biological experiment
Teaching and learning methods
lectures
tutorials and presentations
Lab classes and reports
Methods of assessments
The students' knowledge and
performance about the studied topics are assessed throughout the study period.
These assessment methods include the following quizzes, discussion sessions,
oral exams, and written exams (grand total mark 100%)
Mid-term exam =20%
Practical exam =20%
Quizzes and activities = 20%
Final exam =40%
References
Foye, W. O. (2008). Foye's principles of medicinal chemistry. Lippincott williams & wilkins.
Champe, P. C., Harvey, R. A., & Ferrier, D. R. (2005). Biochemistry. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Devlin, T. M. (Ed.). (2010). Textbook of biochemistry with clinical correlations. John Wiley & Sons.
Cantarow, A., & Trumper, M. (1962). Clinical biochemistry. WB saunders.
