What is biochemistry?

Patients of hospitals and their relatives quite oftenare interested in what is biochemistry. This word can be used in two ways: as a science and as a designation of a biochemical blood test. Let's consider each of them.

Biochemistry as a science

Biological or physiological chemistry -biochemistry is a science that studies the chemical composition of cells of any living organisms. In the course of its study, regularities are also considered, in accordance with which all chemical reactions in living tissues take place, which ensure the vital activity of organisms.

Biochemistry-related scientific disciplinesmolecular biology, organic chemistry, cellular biology, etc. The word "biochemistry" can be used, for example, in the sentence: "Biochemistry as a separate science was formed approximately 100 years ago".

But you can find out more about similar science if you get acquainted with our article What is chemistry.

Biochemistry of blood

Biochemical blood analysis impliesa laboratory study of a variety of indicators in the blood, the analysis is taken from the vein (venipuncture process). According to the results of the study, it is possible to assess the state of the organism, and specifically the organs and systems. More information about this analysis can be found in our section Biochemistry of Blood.

Thanks to the biochemistry of the blood, you can find out how the kidneys, liver, heart work, and also determine the rheumatic factor, water-salt balance, etc.