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Biochemistry

Biochemistry

About the Department

Established in 1984, the Department of Biochemistry offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Fellowship programs. The department has adequate teaching and non-teaching staff and plays a major role in modern medicine. Biochemistry helps in understanding the status of various organs like the liver, kidneys, and pancreas. It provides insights into cancer, aging processes, and gene therapy. Biochemistry is an essential tool for diagnosis and prognosis of diseases, bridging basic science with clinical applications.

Our Vision

Training Future Biochemists in Molecular Medicine

To train students in Biochemistry to understand life processes at the molecular level and to apply this knowledge in solving clinical problems.

Our Mission

Cultivating Excellence with Knowledge and Ethics

To produce competent professionals with ethical values and updated knowledge in Biochemistry for delivering quality healthcare and education to the community.

Our Objectives

  • Molecular Understanding of Life Processes
  • - Develop a sound knowledge of biomolecules present in living cells and organisms.
  • - Orient students toward the molecular mechanisms of chemical reactions in cells and their application in maintaining health and treating diseases.
  • Cellular and Subcellular Organization
  • - Describe the structural and functional organization of the cell and its subcellular components.
  • Biomolecules & Metabolism
  • - Understand the chemistry and biological significance of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and hemoglobin.
  • - Gain thorough knowledge of enzymes, including their mechanisms, classification, and medical applications.
  • - Understand digestion, absorption, interconversion, and assimilation of nutrients.
  • - Comprehend metabolism of major biomolecules, their integration, and regulation.
  • Genetics & Molecular Biology
  • - Understand genes, gene expression, and applications of genetic engineering.
  • - Explain inborn errors of metabolism.
  • Physiology & Homeostasis
  • - Understand body defense mechanisms, detoxification, and fluid and pH homeostasis.
  • - Gain knowledge of nutrition, vitamins, minerals, malnutrition, and obesity.
  • Clinical Biochemistry
  • - Outline biochemical bases of cancer, free radicals, and antioxidants.
  • - Get familiar with conventional biochemical investigations and interpretation of results.
HOD & Professor

Dr. Axita Chandrakant Vani

Dr. Vani Axita C serves as the Professor and Head of the Department of Biochemistry at Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad. She holds an M.D. and M.B.B.S. from Goa Medical College and brings with her over 30 years of extensive teaching experience, including 17 years in undergraduate and 14 years in postgraduate education.
A visionary academic leader, Dr. Vani Axita has completed the Advanced Course in Medical Education, strengthening her expertise in modern teaching methodologies. Her dedication to the field is reflected through numerous research publications and conference presentations in reputed indexed journals, primarily focused on clinical biochemistry and medical education.

02164-241555/6/7

hodbiochemistry@kvv.edu.in

Advancing Knowledge through Biochemical Excellence & Innovation

Important Infrastructure .

The Department of Biochemistry houses well-equipped and modern laboratories designed to support both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research, and diagnostic services.

Details & Specifications

I. Laboratories
  • Undergraduate Laboratory
  • Postgraduate Laboratory
  • Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory
  • Research Laboratory
  • Emergency Laboratory
  • Endocrinology Laboratory
  • Molecular Biology Laboratory
  • KIMS Diagnostic Laboratory
  • Lead Referral Laboratory
  • Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory

II. Seminar room

III. Museum

IV. Library

Teaching Learning Method .

Teaching Method

- Didactic Lectures

- Self Directed Learning (SDL)

- Small Group Teaching (SGT)

- Problem Based Learning (PBL)

- Students’ Seminars

- Tutorials / Assignments

- Early Clinical Exposure (ECE)

- OSPE

- Quizzes

- Integrated Teaching

- Journal Club for PG Students

- Academic / Scientific Activities (Webinars, CMEs, Workshops, Conferences)

Publications

Sr. No

Title of the paper

Name of the Author(s)

Name of the Journal

Month Of Publication

1.

Analytical performance comparisons of modified Jaffe’s kinetic method and Enzymatic Trinder method creatinine along with risk zone identification.

Dr. Sudarshan Shelke

International Journal of research in pharmaceutical sciences 2021,12(2) 1194-1200

2021

2.

Hospital Study of Biochemical Parameters Among Patients of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in A Tertiary Care DOI:

Nishtha, Dr. Pushpa Durgawale

International Journal of pharmaceutical Research July/sept 2021:13(3).

July–September 2021

3.

Elevated blood Lead impairs the Hematological and Heme Biosynthesis related parameters of Silver Jewellery Workers

Mandakini S. Kshirsagar, Jyotsna A. Patil, Arun J. Patil

International journal of research in pharmaceutical sciences. 2021:12(1);662-668

2021

4.

Assessment of Methemoglobin, Hemoglobin, Ferritin and Lactate dehydrogenase in COVID-19 Patients

Dr. Vaishali Pawar, Dr. Divya Jain, Dr. Ajit V. Sontakke, Dr. Redkar

Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology ; Sept. 2022; 16(3): 2010-2019

September 2022

5.

Determination of serum procalcitonin and total antioxidant capacity in patients of sepsis before and after treatment, in a tertiary care hospital

Dr. Divya Jain, Dr. Ajit V. Sontakke, Dr. Vaishali Pawar

Journal of Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences University (Sent) Year : 2022 | Volume : 17 | Issue : 3 | Page : 575-578

2022

6.

Ameliorating effect of turmeric on kidney function in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Anup S. Hendre, Sangita R. Patil, Ajit V. Sontakke, Rohan S. Phatak

Oct 2022

7.

Perspective of methemoglobin, hemoglobin, lactate dehydrogenase and C reactive protein levels in covid-19 patients with diabetes mellitus.

V. S. Pawar, A. Sontakke, S. K. Pawar, D. A. Jain

NeuroQuantology. Sept 2022:8399-406.

Sept 2022

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