Question 3 [30]
Fructose is a naturally occurring carbohydrate. There are threeinborn errors of
metabolism associated with fructose metabolism.
| 3.1. | Discuss the three inborn errors of fructose metabolism indetail, paying attention
to the biochemistry of the disorder, clinical manifestations andpossible
treatment.
Indicate, with the aid of references, the prevalence of thesedisorders among
South Africans.
South African obesity rates are among the highest in Africa. Whatrole does |
| 3.2. |
| 3.3. |
fructose metabolism play in obesity? Explain your answer withthe aid of a flow
diagram. (10)
