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Which enzyme deficiency leads to the accumulation of galactose and the development of cataracts?
Which enzyme deficiency leads to the accumulation of galactose and the development of cataracts?
- Galactose 1-P uridyl transferase (correct)
- Lactase
- Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase
- Galactokinase
What are the metabolic consequences of an absence of galactokinase?
What are the metabolic consequences of an absence of galactokinase?
- Severe liver problems
- Development of cataracts (correct)
- Brain dysfunction
- Kidney failure
Which enzyme deficiency results in less severe metabolic consequences as galactose accumulates?
Which enzyme deficiency results in less severe metabolic consequences as galactose accumulates?
- Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase
- Galactose 1-P uridyl transferase
- Galactokinase (correct)
- Lactase
Which organ is affected by an absence of galactose 1-P uridyl transferase deficiency?
Which organ is affected by an absence of galactose 1-P uridyl transferase deficiency?
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