How helpful is BIOCHEMISTRY for the DAT? ? ?

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[jpark9]

I think biochem isn't that much helpful for the real DAT. From my experience, I thought the questions aren't too detailed as to know the biochem part of the reactions (such as respiration and photosynthesis). Rather, I would suggest you to study anatomy and physiology hardcore including pictures. I had many questions that I couldn't have answered correctly if I didn't take Human A&P I and II. Good luck to you!!

 

[poc91nc]

It depends on what biochemistry you take:

Biochemistry "light" for non biochemistry majors is just a survey of elementary pathways, some intermediary metabolism and a dash of molecular genetics thrown in for good measure. I don't think this course will be too beneficial.

However...Biochemistry regular of biochemistry majors might be beneficial. There is much more emphasis on lab techniques, which could be beneficial for questions dealing with "experimental biology" as listed by the DAT syllabus. Also, Biochemistry for biochemistry majors covers cell biology and molecular genetics in much greater detail.

Hope this helps.

 

[TheWiredNerv]

poc91nc is right, but baby biochem (as I call it) can still be beneficial because some of the less popular pathways can spring up on the DAT like protein deamination.

 

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