Which organs are affected by metabolic disorders?

• A. Liver and pancreas
• B. Heart and lungs
• C. Stomach and kidneys
• D. Bone and muscle

Answer: (A)

Metabolic disorders involve disruptions in how the body converts food into energy and uses or stores it. The liver is the central metabolic hub, handling carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism, storing glycogen, producing glucose when needed, processing lipids, and detoxifying substances. The pancreas regulates metabolism by controlling blood sugar and digestion: it releases insulin and glucagon to keep glucose in balance and produces digestive enzymes for nutrient breakdown. Because these two organs are so integral to energy management and nutrient handling, they are the ones most directly affected when metabolism goes awry. Other organs like the heart, lungs, stomach, kidneys, or bones may be impacted in broader health contexts, but the liver and pancreas are the primary players in metabolic disorders.