Introduction Inorganic phosphate (Pi) is vital in numerous physiological processes, including energy metabolism, bone mineralization, and acid-base balance. It is measured to assess renal function, parathyroid gland activity, and bone Read More …
Category: Biochemistry III Yr
SGPT
Introduction Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase (SGPT), also known as Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), is a liver enzyme primarily involved in amino acid metabolism. It is commonly used as a biomarker to Read More …
SGOT
Introduction SGOT is an enzyme that catalyzes the reversible transfer of an amino group between aspartate and α-ketoglutarate to form oxaloacetate and glutamate. Under normal physiological conditions, SGOT is present Read More …
HDL Cholesterol
Introduction HDL cholesterol represents a fraction of total serum cholesterol carried by HDL particles. HDL particles are small, dense, and protein-rich lipoproteins that facilitate cholesterol efflux from cells. They are Read More …
Triglycerides
Introduction Triglycerides are esters derived from glycerol and three fatty acids, serving as the primary storage form of fat in humans and animals. They are transported in the bloodstream as Read More …