Elevated plasma aldolase could be indicative of muscular dystrophy. What could explain this finding?
A. Myocardial cells are rich in aldolase, and when damaged, release it into the plasma.
B. When muscle tissue is destroyed, it releases the enzymes present in the muscle cells into the blood.
C. Certain genetic diseases are associated with increased production of enzymes, in this case, aldolase.
D. The body is increasing production of aldolase to make more substrates available for muscular energy.
Answer: B
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