Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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ISBN: 9780190209896
Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Summary Introduction

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The definitions of the following terminologies:

  1. Nephrogenic diabetes insipidis.

  2. LDL receptor

  3. Coated pit

  4. Clathrin

  5. Familial hypercholesterolemia

Introduction:

Mutation in genes can result in the development of various diseases, leading to the death of an organism. LDL (low-density lipoprotein) receptors and their associated genes are also responsible for several diseases. These diseases could result from hormones secretion or inhibition.

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