Aldolase is an enzyme that helps convert glucose into energy. It is found throughout the body, but is primarily found in muscle tissue, making it a useful indicator of organ damage. Increased aldolase may be seen in: Muscular dystrophy, acute hepatitis, muscle disease, polymyositis, myocardial infarction, malignant tumors, etc. Decreased aldolase may be seen in: Tay-Sachs disease, fructose intolerance, etc.




