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Which gland is the main site of cholesterol biosynthesis?
It is liver.
Where is heme found?
Primary biosynthesis sites are the liver and the bone marrow.
Does synthesis of cholesterol occur in the liver?
Biosynthesis in the"liver" accounts for approximately 10% of the cholesterol produced each day. Cholesterol synthesis occurs in the cytoplasm and microsomes.Related link:http://themedicalbiochemistrypage.org/cholesterol.html
Does anyone have a disease called porphyria?
since that diesease is inhereted, your kinfolks have it....... The porphyrias are inherited or acquired disorders of certain enzymes in the heme biosynthetic pathway (also called porphyrin pathway). They are broadly classified as hepatic porphyrias or erythropoietic porphyrias, based on the site of the overproduction and mainly accumulation of the porphyrins (or their chemical precursors). The specific symptoms of each porphyria vary based on which enzyme is affected and whether that enzyme occurs in the liver or in the bone marrow
Who is hepatitis affecting the most?
initially liver but later with decreased function of the liver it can affect the brain.
What is the production of a new fatty acid called?
The production of a new fatty acid is called lipogenesis. It is a process where fatty acids are synthesized from acetyl-CoA and malonyl-CoA, which are precursors derived from carbohydrates and proteins. Lipogenesis occurs mainly in the liver and adipose tissue.
Should I change my medicine if I keep feeling liver pain?
Absolutely. Liver pain is a sign that something is wrong. Most medications metabolize in the liver. If you are having liver pains, this is a sign the medication may be adversely affecting your liver.
How do you describe non-acute hepatoerythopoietic porphyria?
Hepatoerythopoietic porphyria (HEP) affects heme biosynthesis in both the liver and the bone marrow and appears due to inheriting an autosomal recessive gene.
Is it good to for your liver to eat chopped liver?
no. it is called liver because it is the liver of a cow.
What liver is called as in Tamil?
Liver is called "கர்வம்" (karvam) in Tamil.
What is liver called in Hindi?
Liver is called "जिगर" (jigar) in Hindi.
What are common causes of liver pain?
Liver pain can be caused by numerous diseases, including liver cancer, hepatitis, liver abscess, and fatty liver disease. Conditions affecting other organs surrounding the liver can also cause pain by putting pressure on it. More information can be found here: http://www.bettermedicine.com/article/liver-pain
