offered to students enrolled in the School of Dentistry. This course covers aspects of the biology of gene expression, chemistry and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, as well as the roles of enzymes, vitamins, hormones, and other factors involved in the control of cellular function. Special topics include acid-base balance, blood chemistry and metals that are relevant to the practice of dentistry (Pb, Hg, Se, etc.). Special efforts are made to provide clinical correlation for the materials presented as well as to provide discussions in conference and small group sessions. The major goal is to foster the understanding of the impact of biochemical principles on disease processes and the clinical management of dental patients. The course is offered during the first (fall) semester of the D1 year. (6 credit hours)
- Subject
- BICH
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
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