Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry 31st Edition (Original PDF)

Gain a comprehensive grasp of biochemistry principles as they apply to clinical medicine with Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry, Thirty-First Edition, a Doody’s Core Title for 2021!

Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry

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This latest edition continues to highlight the crucial connection between biochemistry and its application in understanding disease mechanisms, pathology, and medical practice. With a vibrant, full-color layout and numerous examples grounded in medical relevance, Harper’s offers a clear, concise review of essential biochemistry concepts that are indispensable for success in medical school.

The book’s 58 chapters are meticulously designed to illustrate the clinical significance of biochemistry, featuring:

• Over 600 full-color illustrations for enhanced learning.
• Case studies that underscore the real-world medical applications of biochemistry.
• A new chapter on the Biochemistry of Transition Metals, highlighting their vital roles in various biological processes.
• Review questions at the end of each of the 11 sections to reinforce key concepts.
• Boxed objectives that clearly outline the focus of each chapter.
• Tables that concisely summarize critical information.
• Dedicated sections in every chapter on the biomedical significance of the topic.

New to Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry 31st Edition:

• An expanded focus on the intrinsic relationship between biochemistry and diseases, diagnostic pathology, and clinical medicine.
• Hundreds of references to specific disease states throughout the text.
• A fresh chapter on the biochemical functions of transition metals.
• Updated and revised review questions.
• Frequent tables linking biochemistry concepts directly to disease states.
• New content on cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), an advanced imaging technique.
• A cover image depicting the protein structure of the Zika virus, solved through cryo-EM.

Praised by medical students and online reviewers for its up-to-date content and engaging writing style. Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry remains an essential resource for USMLE® preparation and a top-tier reference for understanding the clinical relevance of any biochemistry topic.