Multiple Choice
If glucose-6-phosphatase were deficient in liver, what would best characterize the expected change in metabolism relative to the normal state?
A) decreased energy supply to the liver and hepatic cell death
B) hyperglycemia after a normal meal
C) decreased rate of ketogenesis
D) depletion of glycogen stores in liver
E) hypoglycemia one or two hours after a meal
Correct Answer:
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