Which Compound Can Rise to Dangerously High Levels in Individuals

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which compound can rise to dangerously high levels in individuals with galactosemia?

• A)galactase
• B)glucose 1-phosphate
• C)galactose
• D)galactose 6-phosphate

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