Glycogen
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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?

  • Glycogenolysis
  • Glycolysis (correct)
  • Glycogenesis
  • Gluconeogenesis
  • Where does glycogen metabolism occur in the cell?

  • Nucleus
  • Mitochondria
  • Endoplasmic reticulum
  • Cytosol (correct)
  • When are liver glycogen stores depleted?

    <p>During fasting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to muscle glycogen after strenuous exercise?

    <p>It is synthesized to replenish muscle stores (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is deficient in Cori (type III) disease?

    <p>Debranching enzyme (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is deficient in Hers or (type VI) glycogen storage disease?

    <p>Glycogen phosphorylase (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is affected in McArdle disease (type V glycogen storage disease)?

    <p>Glycogen phosphorylase (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is fasting hypoglycemia usually mild in Hers or (type VI) glycogen storage disease?

    <p>Patients can still synthesize glucose from gluconeogenesis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main symptom experienced by individuals with McArdle disease (type V glycogen storage disease)?

    <p>Unusual fatigue and muscle cramps during exercise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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