MindMap Gallery Metabolism of Lipids
This is a mind map of the metabolism of lipids. Lipids are fatty, waxy, or oily compounds that are soluble in organic solvents and insoluble in polar solvents such as water.
Edited at 2022-11-27 19:08:19This mind map aims to explore the diverse range of organ function tests, mapping out the key organs that are commonly evaluated and the specific tests used to assess their functionality. By evaluating the levels of specific substances, enzymes, hormones, or other markers in the body, organ function tests help healthcare professionals gain a comprehensive understanding of organ health and identify any potential abnormalities.
A Metabolism of Xenobiotics (Detoxication) mind map is a visual representation that helps to explain and illustrate the process of detoxification. It involves breaking down harmful foreign substances, or xenobiotics, into non-toxic forms so they can be eliminated from the body. The mind map displays relevant information, such as different enzymes and pathways involved in the process. This tool is useful for providing an overall picture of how xenobiotics are processed in the body in order to facilitate a better understanding and management of drug toxicity. As you can see from the attached mind map, the metabolic detoxification of xenobiotics involves a series of biochemical reactions that convert foreign compounds into more easily excreted molecules. This process can be represented in the form of a mind map, where each reaction is represented as an individual node connected by arrows to other related nodes. The interconnected structure of this mindmap allows for easy navigation between related topics and provides a visual representation of the different steps involved in metabolic detoxification. EdrawMind is the best mind-mapping tool for creating similar mind maps.
Prostaglandins are a class of lipids that are derived from fatty acids and function as signaling molecules in the body. Their actions can be categorized into four main categories: regulating inflammatory responses, protecting cells from oxidative damage, participating in wound healing and tissue repair, and controlling vital functions like blood pressure, fertility, and labor. A mind map is an effective visual representation of the role of prostaglandins in these various areas. It typically consists of a central hub with branches radiating outward to organize identifying factors related to prostaglandins. Use EdrawMind to create similar mind maps for your personal and professional requirements.
This mind map aims to explore the diverse range of organ function tests, mapping out the key organs that are commonly evaluated and the specific tests used to assess their functionality. By evaluating the levels of specific substances, enzymes, hormones, or other markers in the body, organ function tests help healthcare professionals gain a comprehensive understanding of organ health and identify any potential abnormalities.
A Metabolism of Xenobiotics (Detoxication) mind map is a visual representation that helps to explain and illustrate the process of detoxification. It involves breaking down harmful foreign substances, or xenobiotics, into non-toxic forms so they can be eliminated from the body. The mind map displays relevant information, such as different enzymes and pathways involved in the process. This tool is useful for providing an overall picture of how xenobiotics are processed in the body in order to facilitate a better understanding and management of drug toxicity. As you can see from the attached mind map, the metabolic detoxification of xenobiotics involves a series of biochemical reactions that convert foreign compounds into more easily excreted molecules. This process can be represented in the form of a mind map, where each reaction is represented as an individual node connected by arrows to other related nodes. The interconnected structure of this mindmap allows for easy navigation between related topics and provides a visual representation of the different steps involved in metabolic detoxification. EdrawMind is the best mind-mapping tool for creating similar mind maps.
Prostaglandins are a class of lipids that are derived from fatty acids and function as signaling molecules in the body. Their actions can be categorized into four main categories: regulating inflammatory responses, protecting cells from oxidative damage, participating in wound healing and tissue repair, and controlling vital functions like blood pressure, fertility, and labor. A mind map is an effective visual representation of the role of prostaglandins in these various areas. It typically consists of a central hub with branches radiating outward to organize identifying factors related to prostaglandins. Use EdrawMind to create similar mind maps for your personal and professional requirements.
Metabolism of lipids
Fatty acid oxidation
Beta oxidation
Oxidation of fatty acid on the beta C- atom
Sequential removal of 2 carbon units, acetyl CoA
3 stages
Fatty acid activation
FA is converted to fatty acyl CoA by Thiokinases/acyl CoA synthetases
2 ATPs are consumed
Transport of Acyl CoA into mitochondria
Inner mitochondrial mebrane is impermeable to acyl CoA
Crnitine carrier system transport acyl CoA to mitochondria
Beta oxidation proper
Mitochondrial matrix
4 reactions
oxidation
Hydration
Oxidation
Cleavage
Energetics of palmotoyl CoA
Disorders
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Def of Acyl CoA dehydrogenase
Jamaican Vomiting Sickness
Unripe ackee fruit-hypoglycine A
Inhibits acyl CoA dehydrogenase
Oxidation of odd chain FA
Propionyl CoA
Alpha oxidation
Removal of One carbon unit at a time
Omega oxidation
Hydroxylation followed by oxidation of omega carbon
Ketone bodies
Water soluble, energy yielding
ACETONE
ACETOACETATE
BETA HYDROXY BUTYRATE
Production increase in starvation and diabetes
Overproduction
Ketonemia
Ketonuria
FA synthesis
Liver, Kidney, Adipose tissue, Lactating mammary glands
Cytosomal fraction
3 stages
Production of acetyl CoA and NADPH
Conversion of acetyl CoA to malonyl CoA
Reactions of FA synthase complex
FAS is a multienzyme complex
Pamitate is the end product
Unsaturated FA are synthesised by Fatty acyl CoA desaturase cenzyme
CHOLESTEROL METABOLISM
27 carbon containing steroid compound
1g cholesterol is synthesised daily
Liver, intestine, skin, adrenal cortex, reproductive tissue
Cytosol and microsomal fraction
5 stages
Synthesis of HMG CoA (6C)
Formation of mevalonate (6C)
Production of isoprenoid units (5C)
Synthesis of squalene (30 C)
Conversion of squalene to cholesterol (27 C)
Degradation of Cholesterol
Bile acids
Primary- Cholic acid, Chenodeoxy cholic acid
Secondary- deoxy cholic acid, Lithocholic acid
Cholelithiasis
Gall stone disease
Chenodiol-treatment
Normal range of cholesterol in serum- 150-200 mg/dl