Question

Which of the following enzymes is not used in the diagnosis of myocardial infarction?

(a) Aldolase

(b) Aspartate transaminase

(c) Creatine kinase

(d) Lactate dehydrogenase

This question was addressed to me in an international level competition.

I want to ask this question from Diagnostic Use of Enzymes topic in section Enzymes of Enzyme Technology

Answer 1

Correct choice is (a) Aldolase

To explain I would say: Aldolase is the enzyme which is located in skeletal muscle, heart, etc., and is used to diagnose muscle diseases. Whereas, aspartate transaminase, creatine kinase and lactate dehydrogenase is used in the diagnosis of myocardial infraction.