Biochemistry
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781305577206
Author: Reginald H. Garrett, Charles M. Grisham
Publisher: Cengage Learning
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Question
Chapter 27, Problem 21P
Interpretation Introduction
To describe:
The formation of the resistinhexamer.
Introduction:
Resistinis also known as the adipose tissue-specific secretory factor. It is made up of 108 peptide residues in humans, and 114 residues in the mouse. It is a hormone and works as a cytokine, which is mainly associated with diabetes and obesity.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solutionStudents have asked these similar questions
Briefly describe the induced-fit conformational change when hexokinase binds its substrate.
Define what lectins are and outline their biochemical functions.
Explain the localization and mechanism of acetone formation, under what physiological conditions this process is activated, its importance?
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biochemistry and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Is the glutamate-GABA anti porter GadC active at nonacid pHs?arrow_forwardGive a possible set of bacterial factors (or lack thereof) and what properties they have that would explain an increase in the 50% inhibitory concentration for tetracycline by 1,000-fold in an organism.arrow_forwardExplain how the pKa for histidine 57 is important to its role in the mechanism of chymotrypsin actionarrow_forward
- Describe the path for the synthesis of TTP from UTP.arrow_forwardExplain the principles of the redox code. Distinguish between redox switches and redox sensors.arrow_forward. (a) Explain the biochemical basis for the fact that one can synchro- nize cell populations by treating them with deoxythymidine. (b) Explain the apparent paradox that DATP at low concentrations is an activator of ribonucleotide reductase, whereas at higher concen- trations it becomes inhibitory.arrow_forward
- If phenylalanine was not an essential amino acid, would diet therapy (the elimination of phenylalanine from the diet) for PKU work?arrow_forwardThe affinity of hemagglutinin for sialic acid is quite low, with a Kd of approximately 5 mM. How does efficient attachment occur with such a low-affinity interaction?arrow_forwardWhat are the measures to inhibit the Maillard reaction in undesirable situations. please explain detailedarrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
- BiochemistryBiochemistryISBN:9781305577206Author:Reginald H. Garrett, Charles M. GrishamPublisher:Cengage LearningHuman Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Co...BiologyISBN:9781305251052Author:Michael CummingsPublisher:Cengage Learning
Biochemistry
Biochemistry
ISBN:9781305577206
Author:Reginald H. Garrett, Charles M. Grisham
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Co...
Biology
ISBN:9781305251052
Author:Michael Cummings
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Macromolecules | Classes and Functions; Author: 2 Minute Classroom;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5hhrDFo8Vk;License: Standard youtube license