Biochemistry and Metabolism
HT 146
Subject & Catalog Number
Course Information
Description
Intensive study of human biochemistry focusing on intermediary metabolism and structures of key intermediates and enzymes important in human disease for first-year students. Course provides basic understanding of human intermediary metabolism related to disease and therapeutic impact. Focus on four topics: lipids, amino acids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids, underscored with examples from diseases and clinical correlations. Summer sessions focus on the basics, while the fall course delves into more advanced topics and patient correlates.
School
Harvard Medical School
Credits
2
Cross Reg
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
Department
Program in Medical Education
Course Component
Discipline Specific
Instruction Mode
In Person
Subject
Health Sciences and Technology
Grading Basis
HMS Pre-Clinical
Curriculum Phase
Preclerkship
Visiting Clerks
NO
Course Type
HST Core Courses
