Book, Medical Biochemistry 5/19[LS]

Biochemistry textbook that very efficiently connects basic biochemistry with the daily practice of medicine. You will learn basic biochemistry concepts and see in a highly illustrated way clinical cases that describe patients you will encounter in your clinical training. You will also learn about using laboratory tests to diagnose and monitor the most important conditions. Presents basic biochemistry concepts illustrated by clinical cases; Covers the use of laboratory tests to diagnose and monitor the most important conditions; With a team of expert contributors that includes researchers involved in cutting-edge research as well as experienced clinicians, this book offers a unique combination of research and clinical practice adapted for today's integrated courses. Includes organ-focused chapters covering the biochemistry of bone, kidney, liver, lungs, and muscle; and system-focused approaches covering the biochemistry of the immune and endocrine systems, neurochemistry and neurotransmission, and cancer. Brought to you in a comprehensive yet accessible form, this new edition of Baynes - Medical Biochemistry highlights the latest developments in regulatory and molecular biology, transduction of signal, biochemistry and biomarkers of chronic diseases and bioinformatics and '-omics'. It highlights the most important global medical issues: diabetes mellitus, obesity and malnutrition, cancer and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, and addresses the role of nutrition and exercise in medicine.