Defects of Glycogen Metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
Von Gierke disease
A
Glucose 6-phosphatase
Liver and kidney (mostly liver)
Can release glucose out to system
2
Q
Pompe
A
a-1,4-glucosidase
All organs
Very deadly
3
Q
Cori
A
Amylo-1,6-glucosidse
Muscle and liver
4
Q
Andersen
A
Branching enzyme (a-1,4—>a-1,6)
Liver and spleen
Leads to very long branches, deadly
5
Q
McArdle
A
Glycogen phosphorylase
Muscle
Muscle cramps, can’t workout for a long time
6
Q
Hers
A
Glycogen phosphorylase
Liver