Biochemistry and Physiology Lab (B.Sc Zoology)

Qualitative tests of biomolecules, enzyme activity and simple physiological experiments.

6 MonthsDuration 4Chapters16Topics

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01Qualitative Tests of Biomolecules 3 topics
  1. Molisch, Benedict's and iodine tests
  2. Biuret and xanthoproteic tests
  3. Sudan III and emulsion tests for lipids
02Enzyme Activity 4 topics
  1. Action of salivary amylase on starch
  2. Effect of pH on amylase
  3. Effect of temperature on amylase
  4. Catalase activity
03Haematology 5 topics
  1. ABO and Rh blood grouping
  2. Haemoglobin by Sahli's method
  3. RBC and WBC counts with haemocytometer
  4. Bleeding and clotting time
  5. Safe disposal of sharps and blood waste
04Physiology Experiments 4 topics
  1. Blood pressure with sphygmomanometer
  2. Pulse rate before and after exercise
  3. Osmotic behaviour of RBCs (haemolysis and crenation)
  4. Urine test for sugar and albumin

About

You will be able to

  • Perform qualitative tests for carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
  • Study salivary amylase activity and the effect of pH and temperature
  • Determine blood group, haemoglobin and blood cell counts safely
  • Measure blood pressure and pulse and test urine for abnormal constituents
  • Record observations and answer viva questions

Who it is for

  • B.Sc Zoology students of Semester 2 (UP State Universities, NEP 2020)
  • Students preparing for the B.Sc Zoology practical examination and viva

What you need

  • Theory of Biochemistry and Physiology
  • Lab coat and gloves; sterile lancets are provided by the lab

Questions

Which syllabus does this lab course follow?

It follows the B.Sc Zoology Semester 2 syllabus of the UP State Universities (NEP 2020 common minimum syllabus). Where your own university's syllabus differs, the centre follows your university syllabus.

How are students assessed at the centre?

The trainer watches each experiment and marks it on a rubric (set-up, observations, calculation and viva); viva-style questions revise the theory behind the experiments.

Will this help in the semester examination?

Yes. The experiments match the university practical examination, including the record file and viva.

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