ABCD1 mutations are the genetic cause of adrenoleukodystrophy(ALD). The cerebral form CALD, is progressive, irreversible andfatal, and children usually die within 5 years of symptom onset.What is the direct function of ABCD1?
A. triggers inflammation of myelinated nerve fibers
B. enzyme that degrades synaptic junctions
C. transmembrane transporter on the peroxisomal membrane
D. enzyme that degrades very long chain fatty acids (VLCFA)
ABCD1 mutations are the genetic cause of adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD). The cerebral form CALD, is progressive, irreversibl
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ABCD1 mutations are the genetic cause of adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD). The cerebral form CALD, is progressive, irreversibl
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