Cellular Metabolism and Adaptation

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This block explores the biochemical pathways and adaptive mechanisms fundamental to health and disease. Students analyze carbohydrate, lipid, protein, and nucleic acid metabolism, regulation of energy production, and responses to stress, hypoxia, and toxins. Clinical correlations include metabolic syndrome, diabetes, oral manifestations of systemic disorders, pharmacologic influences, and tissue adaptation in wound healing. Case-based sessions integrate biochemical knowledge with diagnostic reasoning and patient management considerations.