SECTION 1: Introduction to Biochemistry
The Cell (Biochemical and Biophysical Aspects)
SECTION 2: Chemistry of Biomolecules
Chemistry of Carbohydrates
Chemistry of Lipids
Chemistry of Proteins
Chemistry of Nucleic Acids
Chemistry of Hemoglobin
Enzymes
Vitamins
SECTION 3: Metabolism
Introduction to Metabolism
Biological Oxidation, Electron Transport Chain, and Bioenergetics
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Carbohydrates
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Lipids
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Proteins
Integration of Metabolism
Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism of Nucleic Acids
Metabolism of Hemoglobin
Mineral Metabolism
Metabolism of Xenobiotics (Detoxication)
Excretion
SECTION 4: Miscellaneous Topics of Biochemical Importance
Energy Metabolism
Food and Nutrition
Water (Fluid) and Electrolyte Balance
Acid-Base Balance
Organ Function Tests
Hormones
SECTION 5: Applied Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Immunology
Clinical Biochemistry
Instrumentation and Techniques in Biochemistry
Biochemistry in Medical and Paramedical Specialties
SECTION 6: Special Topics
Eicosanoids (Prostaglandins)
Lipid Peroxidation - Free Radicals and Antioxidants
Environmental Biochemistry
Cancer
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Biotechnology
Appendices
Appendix A: Questions (Chapter-wise)
Appendix B: Clinical Cases
Appendix C: Inborn Errors of Metabolism
Appendix D: Isomerism
Appendix E: Abbreviations used in this Book
Appendix F: List of Paramedical Courses (Allied Health Science Courses) [BSc (UG) Level]
Appendix G: Normal Value Chart
Appendix H: Biochemistry Practical Guide
Index
