Department ofBio-Chemistry

Where Expertise Meets Innovation in Every Specialty.

Biochemistry unravels the hidden mysteries of life. It is an important tool in the field of Medicine which contributes vastly in answering the diagnostic questions and to help make decisions. The BGS GIMS has a state of the art Biochemistry Clinical laboratory which provides basic biochemical investigations, along with hormones and emergency investigations. The laboratory is functional 24/7 with a dedicated staff working round the clock.

The department of Biochemistry lay a strong foundation for tomorrow’s doctors as the department is well organized with faculty who are trained to incorporate latest advancements in Medical Education for quality teaching of UG students. In addition to didactic lectures, the faculty employ innovative teaching techniques such as case based learning, self-directed learning, role play, seminars, quiz, and early clinical exposure to reinforce the Biochemical concepts.

The staffs are involved in research activities related to basic clinical, biomedical research funded by various agencies. Students are also encouraged to take a keen interest in research activities. Research laboratories (both departmental & Institutional) are well established for the same purpose. We constantly motivate and guide students to participate in various competitions held for UG level students.

Ongoing Research Activities Department of Bio-Chemistry

Faculty

  • A study on Cystatin as an Early Marker for diabetic Nephropathy. - Dr. Chethana Chethan
  • DIPSI and GTT in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. - Dr. Shilpashree MK
  • Screening for diabetes mellitus among presumptive and TB Patients: Gaps and health system related challenges from an operational research study in Bengaluru Urban District, Karnataka, India. Approved by RNTCP. - Dr. Shilpashree MK
  • Vitamin D receptor gene polymorphisms, plasma cathelicidin and serum Vitamin D levels among Tuberculosis patients (drug sensitive and drug resistant): Effectiveness of Vitamin D supplementation on TB treatment outcomes and cathelicidin levels. - Dr. Shilpashree MK
  • Study of Serum Copper & Zinc Levels in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. - Dr. Latha P
  • Correlating sleep deprivation and oxidative DNA damage to possible co-morbidities in medical students: A case-Control Study. - Mr. Ronald Jaswanth Kumar. Katta