A10-year-old boy rapidly develops hypoglycemia after moderate activity. Blood examination reveals raised ketone bodies, lactic acid, and triglycerides. On examination, the liver & kidneys were enlarged. Histopathology of the liver shows deposits of glycogen in excess amount. What is the diagnosis?
A10-year-old boy rapidly develops hypoglycemia after moderate activity. Blood examination reveals raised ketone bodies, lactic acid, and triglycerides. On examination, the liver & kidneys were enlarged. Histopathology of the liver shows deposits of glycogen in excess amount. What is the diagnosis?
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A10-year-old boy rapidly develops hypoglycemia after moderate activity. Blood examination reveals raised ketone bodies, lactic acid, and triglycerides. On examination, the liver & kidneys were enlarged. Histopathology of the liver shows deposits of glycogen in excess amount. What is the diagnosis?
β Correct Answer: A. Von Gierke disease
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