Biochemistry Textbook for Medical Students Edition 10
Welcome to the Tenth edition of our premier Biochemistry Textbook for Medical Students. This edition continues our tradition of excellence, offering a thoroughly updated, comprehensive guide to biochemistry that is tailored specifically for future healthcare professionals. With its clear explanations, practical examples, and clinical correlations, this textbook bridges the gap between basic biochemistry and its essential applications in medical practice.
Whether you’re a student eager to master the foundations of biochemistry or an educator seeking a reliable resource, this textbook is designed to support your journey through the complex yet fascinating world of biochemical processes relevant to medicine.
Textbook Contents
SECTION A : CHEMICAL BASIS OF LIFE
1. Biochemical Perspective to Medicine
2. Subcellular Organelles and Cell Membranes
3. Amino Acids and Proteins
4. Enzymology: General Concepts and Enzyme Kinetics
5. Chemistry of Carbohydrates
6. Chemistry of Lipids
SECTION B : GENERAL METABOLISM
7. Citric Acid Cycle, Biological Oxidation and Electron Transport Chain
8. Metabolic Pathways of Glucose
9. Regulation of Blood Glucose, Insulin and Diabetes Mellitus
10. Metabolic Pathways of Carbohydrates other than Glucose
11. Metabolism of Fatty Acids
12. Cholesterol and Lipoproteins
13. Cardiovascular Diseases, Biomarkers of CVD and Hyperlipidemias
14. MCFA, PUFA, Prostaglandins and Compound Lipids
15. General Amino Acid Metabolism : Urea Cycle, One Carbon Metabolism
16. Metabolism of Aliphatic Amino Acids
17. Aromatic and Heterocyclic Amino Acids
18. Inborn Errors of Metabolism, Newborn Screening, Prenatal Screening
19. Overview of Metabolism
20. Heme and Hemoglobin (Pigment Metabolism)
SECTION C : CLINICAL AND APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY
21. Liver and Gastric Function Tests
22. Kidney Function Tests
23. Plasma Proteins
24. Acid-Base Balance and pH
25. Water balance, Electrolyte Balance, Body Fluids
26. Free Radicals and Anti-oxidants
27. Detoxification and Biotransformation of Xenobiotics
SECTION D : NUTRITION
28. Fat Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
29. Water Soluble Vitamins (B, C )
30. Mineral Metabolism and Abnormalities
31. Energy Metabolism and Nutrition
32. Heavy Metal Poisons and Environmental Pollution
SECTION E : MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
33. Nucleotides; Chemistry and Metabolism
34. DNA Structure, Organisation, Replication
35. Transcription and Translation
36. Inheritance, Mutations, Cell Cycle, Control of Gene Expression
37. Recombinant DNA Technology and Gene Therapy
38. Molecular Diagnostics
SECTION F : ADVANCED BIOCHEMISTRY
39. Clinical Laboratory, Laboratory instrumentation, Techniques, Quality Control
40. Immunochemistry
41. Biochemistry of AIDS and HIV
42. Biochemistry of Cancer
43. Extracellular Matrix and Tissue Proteins in Health and Disease
44. Hormones
45. Applications of Isotopes in Medicine
Lectures Slides based on Textbooks
Welcome to our lecture series based on the esteemed textbooks authored by Dr. D.M. Vasudevan. Renowned for his comprehensive approach to medical education, Dr. Vasudevan’s works are instrumental in shaping the understanding of complex biochemical concepts. These lectures will delve into the core principles outlined in his textbooks, offering an in-depth exploration of biochemistry that is crucial for medical students and professionals. By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications, we aim to provide a robust foundation that enhances your academic and clinical proficiency. Join us as we navigate through the intricate world of biochemistry, guided by the expertise and insights of Dr. D.M. Vasudevan.
About Authors
D M Vasudevan
Dr. D M Vasudevan has authored the Textbook of Biochemistry for Medical Students, first edition was published in 1995, the tenth edition in 2022, and the eleventh edition will be in the market by the middle of 2025.
S Sreekumari
Dr. Sreekumari S., esteemed biochemist, co-authors vital medical insights, enriching students globally with her profound knowledge and expertise.
Kannan Vaidyanathan
Dr. Kannan Vaidyanathan, a distinguished biochemist, shapes the future of medical education through his co-authored masterpiece on biochemistry.