Title: Explain the concept of proteins.
Course: Biomedical Technician (14900) > Section: Applying Chemical Techniques for Biological Analysis

Explanation of the concept of proteins includes the following:

- The steps to make a protein, including messenger RNA, transfer RNA, and ribosomal RNA and DNA expression
- The levels of protein structures
- The relationship between the structure and functions of proteins
- Ways proteins are used in the field of biomedical technology
- Functional classes of proteins

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why are proteins necessary to a cell?
- What are the implications of an abnormal protein (e.g., cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, muscular dystrophy)?
- What is the role of enzymes?