Long chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency

Synonyms: LCAD deficiency

Summary

A genetic disorder characterized by deficiency of the enzyme long-chain acyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase that metabolizes long-chain fatty acids. Signs and symptoms appear in infancy or childhood and may be triggered during fasting, illness or exercise. They include hypoglycemia, muscle weakness and lethargy. [from NCI]

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Sequence analysis of the entire coding region (1)

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ACADL
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Also known as: ACAD4, LCAD, ACADL
Summary: acyl-CoA dehydrogenase long chain

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