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ANSC 552. Protein Metabolism and Nutrition.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Animal Science (Faculty of Agric Environ Sci)
Terms offered: Fall 2026
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Description

Comparative aspects of nutrition and metabolism of amino acids and proteins from the cellular level on through the multisystem operation of the whole organism. Main topics include cellular metabolism and functions of amino acids and proteins, digestion, absorption and utilization of dietary protein. Comparison between farm animals and humans.
  • Fall
  • 3 lectures
  • Prerequisite: ANSC 234 or permission of instructor

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