Essentials of Biochemistry (for Medical Students), Fifth Edition by Dr Shivananda Nayak B is a concise and student-friendly textbook designed as per the revised Competency-Based Medical Education curriculum of the NMC. The book presents core concepts of biochemistry in simple, lucid language, making complex topics easier for medical students to understand and retain. It covers essential areas such as cell biology, enzymes, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, hormones, vitamins, nutrition, molecular biology, organ function tests, cancer biochemistry, immunology, clinical chemistry, and laboratory techniques. The edition includes updated content, diagram-based explanations, flowcharts, tables, self-assessment questions, MCQs, and case studies to support both conceptual learning and examination preparation