In which type of glycogen storage disease is hyper uricemia a feature ?
Correct answer: B. I
- A. II
- B. I
- C. III
- D. IV
Explanation
Glycogen storage disease type I blocks glucose-6-phosphate utilisation in the liver, causing lactic acidosis and increased uric acid due to enhanced purine degradation and reduced urate clearance. Hyperuricaemia is therefore a characteristic feature of type I disease.
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