Title: Physeo Anki Decks / 04 - Biochemistry / 05 - Metabolism / Section 20.06 - Biotin (B7)

Q: Biotin (B_7) is a cofactor for [reaction type]
A: carboxylation reactions
Extra: Cardboard box = Cofactor for carboxylation reactions

Q: Biotin (B_7) is required for [enzyme], which converts pyruvate → oxaloacetate
A: pyruvate carboxylase
Extra: Pirate hook = Pyruvate carboxylase

Q: Biotin (B_7) is a cofactor for [enzyme], which converts acetyl-coA → malonyl coA
A: acetyl-coA carboxylase
Extra: Seagulls on box = Cofactor for acetyl-CoA carboxylase

Q: Biotin (B_7) is a cofactor for [enzyme], which converts propionyl-CoA → methylmalonyl CoA
A: propionyl-CoA carboxylase
Extra: Poppy seeds = Cofactor for propionyl-CoA carboxylase

Q: Biotin (B_7) deficiency can cause [GI disorder]
A: enteritis
Extra: Vomiting = Biotin deficiency can cause enteritis

Q: Biotin (B_7) deficiency can cause [skin condition]
A: dermatitis
Extra: Arm on fire = Biotin deficiency can cause dermatitis

Q: Biotin (B_7) deficiency can cause [hair condition]
A: alopecia
Extra: Bald guy = Biotin deficiency can cause alopecia

Q: [...] in [...] binds biotin leading to biotin (B_7) deficiency
A: Avidin; egg whites
Extra: Cracked egg = Avidin in egg whites binds biotin

Q: Biotin (B_7) deficiency can be caused by use of [group of medication]
A: antibiotics
Extra: Pill container = Biotin deficiency can be caused by antibiotic use