Principles of Medical Biochemistry
- 5th Edition - November 30, 2026
- Latest edition
- Authors: Gerhard Meisenberg, William H. Simmons, Shilpa Shah
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 8 0 4 7 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 8 0 4 8 - 8
For nearly 40 years, Principles of Medical Biochemistry has integrated medical biochemistry with molecular genetics, cell biology, and genetics to provide complete yet concise… Read more
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For nearly 40 years, Principles of Medical Biochemistry has integrated medical biochemistry with molecular genetics, cell biology, and genetics to provide complete yet concise coverage that links biochemistry with clinical medicine. The 5th Edition of this award-winning text has been fully updated with new clinical examples, expanded coverage of recent changes in the field, and many new case studies online. A highly visual format helps readers retain complex information, and USMLE-style questions assist with exam preparation.
- Just the right amount of detail on biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics - in one easy-to-digest textbook
- Full-color illustrations and tables throughout help students master challenging concepts more easily
- Supplementary e-only case studies serve as a self-assessment and review tool before exams
- Glossary of technical terms, both in print and online
- Clinical Boxes and Clinical Content demonstrate the integration of basic sciences and clinical applications, helping readers make connections between the two
- Includes enhanced eBook - with access the complete text, images and references from the book, plus additional BONUS content
Medical Students; Biochemistry Students
Part One: Principles of Molecular Structure and Function
1. Introduction to Biomolecules
2. Introduction to Protein Structure
3. Oxygen Transporters: Hemoglobin and Myoglobin
4. Enzymatic Reactions
5. Coenzymes
Part Two: Genetic Information: DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
6. DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
7. The Human Genome
8. Protein Targeting
9. Introduction to Genetic Diseases
10. Viruses
11. DNA Technology
Part Three: Cell and Tissue Structure
12. Biological Membranes
13. The Cytoskeleton
14. The Extracellular Matrix
Part Four: Molecular Physiology
15. Plasma Proteins
16. Extracellular Messengers
17. Intracellular Messengers
18. Cellular Growth Control and Cancer Part Five: Metabolism
19. Digestive Enzymes
20. Introduction to Metabolic Pathways
21. Glycolysis, Tricarboxylic Acid Cycle, and Oxidative Phosphorylation
22. Carbohydrate Metabolism
23. The Metabolism of Fatty Acids and Triglycerides
24. The Metabolism of Membrane Lipids
25. Lipid Transport
26. Amino Acid Metabolism
27. Heme Metabolism
28. The Metabolism of Purines and Pyrimidines
29. Vitamins and Minerals
30. Integration of Metabolism Answers to Questions Glossary Credits List of Online only Extra Case Studies Answers to Case Studies
1. Introduction to Biomolecules
2. Introduction to Protein Structure
3. Oxygen Transporters: Hemoglobin and Myoglobin
4. Enzymatic Reactions
5. Coenzymes
Part Two: Genetic Information: DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
6. DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
7. The Human Genome
8. Protein Targeting
9. Introduction to Genetic Diseases
10. Viruses
11. DNA Technology
Part Three: Cell and Tissue Structure
12. Biological Membranes
13. The Cytoskeleton
14. The Extracellular Matrix
Part Four: Molecular Physiology
15. Plasma Proteins
16. Extracellular Messengers
17. Intracellular Messengers
18. Cellular Growth Control and Cancer Part Five: Metabolism
19. Digestive Enzymes
20. Introduction to Metabolic Pathways
21. Glycolysis, Tricarboxylic Acid Cycle, and Oxidative Phosphorylation
22. Carbohydrate Metabolism
23. The Metabolism of Fatty Acids and Triglycerides
24. The Metabolism of Membrane Lipids
25. Lipid Transport
26. Amino Acid Metabolism
27. Heme Metabolism
28. The Metabolism of Purines and Pyrimidines
29. Vitamins and Minerals
30. Integration of Metabolism Answers to Questions Glossary Credits List of Online only Extra Case Studies Answers to Case Studies
- Edition: 5
- Latest edition
- Published: November 30, 2026
- Language: English
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Gerhard Meisenberg
Dr. Meisenberg emailed us Jan. 24, 2019 to note his updated email address [email protected] since he has now officially retired from his university position.
Affiliations and expertise
Course Director Medical Biochemistry, Ross University, Dominica, West IndiesWS
William H. Simmons
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Loyola University School of Medicine, Maywood, Illinois, USA