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Which organ contains the highest amount of glycogen in the body?
Which organ contains the highest amount of glycogen in the body?
- Muscle (correct)
- Kidneys
- Liver
- Brain
During which process is muscle glycogen used as a source of glucose?
During which process is muscle glycogen used as a source of glucose?
- Glycogenolysis
- Glycolysis (correct)
- Glycogenesis
- Gluconeogenesis
Where does glycogen metabolism occur in the cell?
Where does glycogen metabolism occur in the cell?
- Nucleus
- Mitochondria
- Endoplasmic reticulum
- Cytosol (correct)
When are liver glycogen stores depleted?
When are liver glycogen stores depleted?
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What happens to muscle glycogen after strenuous exercise?
What happens to muscle glycogen after strenuous exercise?
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Which enzyme is deficient in Cori (type III) disease?
Which enzyme is deficient in Cori (type III) disease?
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Which enzyme is deficient in Hers or (type VI) glycogen storage disease?
Which enzyme is deficient in Hers or (type VI) glycogen storage disease?
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Which enzyme is affected in McArdle disease (type V glycogen storage disease)?
Which enzyme is affected in McArdle disease (type V glycogen storage disease)?
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Why is fasting hypoglycemia usually mild in Hers or (type VI) glycogen storage disease?
Why is fasting hypoglycemia usually mild in Hers or (type VI) glycogen storage disease?
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What is the main symptom experienced by individuals with McArdle disease (type V glycogen storage disease)?
What is the main symptom experienced by individuals with McArdle disease (type V glycogen storage disease)?
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