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Regulatory Mechanisms- Lipid Metabolism (Summary Chart)
- February 23, 2020
- Posted by: Namrata Chhabra
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Enzyme Pathway Effect of substrate concentration Allosteric Modification/Feedback Inhibition Induction/ Repression Clinical Significance Acetyl CoA Carboxylase Fatty acid synthesis Activity increases during well-fed state Activity decreases during fasting Activator- Citrate, ATP Acetyl CoA Insulin-by causing de-phosphorylation by stimulating protein phosphatase Inhibitors- Long-chain fatty acids, Epinephrine, Glucagon- via changes in phosphorylation state through c AMP mediated phosphorylation cascade Induced…
Author:Namrata Chhabra

With over 38 years of experience as a Medical Educator, Medical Biochemist, and Researcher, Dr. Namrata Chhabra has a proven track record of leading and contributing to clinical, academic, and research initiatives that advance medical science and education. She holds an M.B.B.S., an M.D. and Ph.D. in Medical Biochemistry, and a Master's in Health Professions Education (MHPE). She is also a FAIMER Fellow, a prestigious recognition of her excellence in medical education and research.
Currently, she serves as the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Chair of the Admissions Committee, and a Professor of Biochemistry at the American University of Antigua College of Medicine (AUACOM). In this role, she oversees the academic quality, curriculum development, faculty development, accreditation processes of the college, and student recruitment. She also teaches and mentors medical students, conducts and supervises biomedical and educational research projects, and publishes and presents her findings in national and international journals and conferences. Additionally, she is the author of three comprehensive textbooks on Medical Biochemistry, which are widely used by medical students and professionals. She is passionate about improving the health outcomes of communities and individuals by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in medical education and research.