This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: The human body can produce some niacin from the amino acid tryptophan. Indicate whether the ... (Read 76 times)

jCorn1234

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 545
on: Aug 19, 2018
The human body can produce some niacin from the amino acid tryptophan.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Define metabolic syndrome and describe the criteria for diagnosis.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

snackralk

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 363
Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of metabolic abnormalities that are associated with increased risk of developing cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and type 2 diabetes. It is diagnosed if three of the following disorders are present: hyperglycemia, abdominal obesity, hypertriglyceridemi a (elevated blood triglyceride levels), reduced high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels, and hypertension:


jCorn1234

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 545
Reply #2 on: Aug 19, 2018
TY


snackralk

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 363
Reply #3 on: Aug 19, 2018
You're welcome


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.

Did you know?

Vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate) should be taken before any drug administration. Patients should be informed not to use tobacco or caffeine at least 30 minutes before their appointment.

Did you know?

Not getting enough sleep can greatly weaken the immune system. Lack of sleep makes you more likely to catch a cold, or more difficult to fight off an infection.

Did you know?

All patients with hyperparathyroidism will develop osteoporosis. The parathyroid glands maintain blood calcium within the normal range. All patients with this disease will continue to lose calcium from their bones every day, and there is no way to prevent the development of osteoporosis as a result.

Did you know?

The top 10 most important tips that will help you grow old gracefully include (1) quit smoking, (2) keep your weight down, (3) take supplements, (4) skip a meal each day or fast 1 day per week, (5) get a pet, (6) get medical help for chronic pain, (7) walk regularly, (8) reduce arguments, (9) put live plants in your living space, and (10) do some weight training.

Human Memorabilia in Space Human Memorabilia in Space
The Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems Blood and lymph are fluids that circulate throughout the body The Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems Blood and lymph are fluids that circulate throughout the body
Dermatomes of body, anterior view Dermatomes of body, anterior view
Human Population Growth Human Population Growth
Human embryo at successive stages of development (not to scale). Human embryo at successive stages of development (not to scale).
body body
Video: Green alga life cycle Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library