21 Questions
What is the byproduct of the reaction between glucose and arsenomolybdic acid in the NELSON SOMOGYI Copper reduction method?
Arsenomolybdenum blue
Which of the following is NOT a genetic defect that can cause hypoglycemia?
Cancer
What is the name of the disease characterized by a congenital deficiency of one of the enzymes involved in galactose metabolism?
Galactosemia
Why is it recommended to measure glucose levels in the morning?
Because of diurnal variation
What is the maximum number of hours one should fast before measuring glucose levels?
16 hours
Why is urine glucose measurement not commonly used?
Because it is not accurate
What is the primary reason for hepatomegaly in Von Gierke disease?
Glycogen build-up in liver due to impaired glycogenolysis
What is the purpose of measuring erythrocyte Galactose 1-phosphate-uridyltransferase activity?
Diagnosing galactosemia
What is the result of the reaction between glucose and ferricyanide in the HAGEDORN JENSEN Ferric reduction method?
Ferrouscyanide
Which of the following is a characteristic of Von Gierke disease?
Severe hypoglycemia, metabolic acidosis, and ketonemia
What is the type of inheritance pattern seen in Von Gierke disease?
Autosomal recessive
What is the purpose of the Clinitest tablet?
Reducing copper in the NELSON SOMOGYI Copper reduction method
What is the purpose of measuring glucose levels in the morning?
To avoid diurnal variation
Which of the following is a characteristic of hypoglycemia?
Ketonemia
What is the primary site for glucose measurement?
Whole blood
What is the result of the reaction between glucose and arsenomolybdic acid?
Arsenomolybdenum blue
What is the significance of the HbA1c measurement?
The information is not provided in the text
What is the effect of glycogen buildup in the liver in Von Gierke disease?
It causes hepatomegaly
What is the consequence of glycogen not being converted back to glucose in Von Gierke disease?
Severe hypoglycemia
What is the purpose of the NELSON SOMOGYI Copper reduction method?
To measure glucose levels
What is the significance of genetic defects in hypoglycemia?
They are common causes of hypoglycemia
Assess your knowledge of glucose measurement methods, including non-enzymatic and enzymatic methods, and learn about genetic defects associated with hypoglycemia. Test your understanding of various techniques, such as copper reduction and ferric reduction methods. Evaluate your comprehension of hypoglycemia-related disorders, including insulinoma and factitial hypoglycemia.
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