Unsaturated fatty acids are often classified according to the number of carbon atoms between the terminal methyl carbon (the omega carbon) and the closest double bond to the methyl end of the chain. An omega 6 fatty acid, for example, would have a double bond in position 6 counting from […]

Choose two topics 1. Present the comparison of clinical benefit of statins and fibrates in the management of patients with atherosclerosis. 2. Present the rationale for clinical applications of niacin. What are major side effects? 3. What is a main difference between anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs? 4. What are major […]

Why do cells have telomeres? Why do telomeres get shorter every time a cell divides? What counteracts this shortening? What role do telomeres play in aging? You may want to do some research into dyskeratosis congenita. If telomerase makes cancer cells immortal, could it prevent normal cells from aging? Do […]

Microbiology Assignment Create a 2- to 3-page document in Microsoft Word for providing answers to questions in the following review sheets: Support your responses with examples. Cite any sources in APA format. Review Sheet Exercise 1: Moist and dry heat 1. How are microorganisms destroyed by moist heat? By dry […]