Glycogen and Glycogen Storage Diseases Quiz

Which of the following best describes glycogen?

• A linear protein molecule stored in the kidneys as a waste product

• A branched glucose polymer stored in the liver and muscles for energy

• A type of lipid found in adipose tissues used for insulation

• A simple sugar used immediately by cells without storage

What is/are the major glycosidic bond/bonds that comprise glucose?

• alpha-1,4

• alpha-1,6 and alpha-1,8

• alpha-1,6

• alpha-1,4 and alpha-1,6

It is the catabolic process of glycogen to form glucose.

• Gluconeogenesis

• Glycogenolysis

• Glycogenesis

Glycogenin is used as an acting protein primer for the initiation of glycogen formation.

• True

• False

Glycogenolysis occurs in both liver and muscle cells.

• True

• False

Glycogenesis is a catabolic process and Glycogenolysis is an anabolic process.

• True

• False

What enzyme is deficient in Pompe’s disease (Type II)?

• Acid Maltase

• Phosphofructokinase

• Phosphoglycerate mutase

• Phosphorylase kinase

What is the glycogen storage disease type that affects ALL OF THE ORGANS?

• Type I - Von Gierke

• Type II - Pompe

• Type IV - Anderson

• Type V - McArdle

What is the primary organ involved in Type VI: Hers Disease?

• Skeletal Muscle

• Kidney

• Heart

• Liver

What word was written on the board before the start of the presentation?

• Matcha

• DisneySea

• • TWICE <3 

• • Tiramisu