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| GLYCOGEN STORAGE DISEASE |
Also termed “Glycogenosis” these disorder are characterized by;
Storage of glycogen in various organs. There is incomplete degradation of glycogen due to deficiency of various enzymes which break down glycogen at various stages of its metabolism. Various precursors/degradation products are formed and stored at various sites and organs in the body. To date at least 11 different types have been described and this number is likely to increase. Most types are inherited.
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