Identifying mucopolysaccharides has several applications in medical diagnosis, including:
Diagnosing Mucopolysaccharidoses: Genetic disorders characterized by the accumulation of GAGs due to enzyme deficiencies. Assessing Connective Tissue Disorders: Conditions like Marfan syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, which affect the integrity of connective tissues. Evaluating Cartilage Health: In diseases such as osteoarthritis, where the degradation of cartilage is a key feature.
