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BAB 1206: BASIC BIOCHEMISTRY
Basic biochemistry module is designed to equip the learner with knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to develop a good understanding of nutrition, conduct their research project, participate in nutrition and health related studies.
The prerequisite modules include; Human anatomy and physiology, Principles of human nutrition, and physical sciences. The module takes 60 contact hours: 37 hours for theory and 23 hours for practical. Learners undertaking this module will have both theory and practical assessments. Formative assessment will be in the form of continuous assessment tests, assignments, clinical and field assessments and promotional examination whereas summative assessment will be done in form of final qualifying examination.-
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BASIC BIOCHEMISTRY Quiz
THIS CAT WILL BE DONE ON 11TH DECEMBER 2025 FROM 11-12PM
ATTEMPT ALL QUESTIONS
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a) Introduction
Hormones are regulatory substances produced in an organism and transported in tissue fluids such as blood to stimulate specific cells or tissues into action. Is any member of a class of signaling molecules produced by glands in multicellular organisms that are transported by the circulatory system to target distant organs to regulate physiology and behavior
b) Unit Objectives
By the end of this unit, the learner shall be able to;
- State the organization of mammalian hormone system
- Explain the functions of various hormones
- Describe the secretion, mode of action and regulation of hormones
- Explain the role of nucleic adenophosphate on the secretion action
- List the clinical disorders of hormone deficiencies and excesses
To proficiently complete this unit, you ought to make sure you spend quality time and purpose to;c) Unit Learning Requirements
- Carry out all tasks within the sections and subsections
- Participate in discussion forums as and when they are scheduled.
- Participate in chat sessions as and when they are scheduled.
