Adrenoleukodystrophy

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Adrenoleukodystrophy a rare genetic disorder. It is classically described as X-linked with onset in childhood.[1] An autosomal neonatal form also exists.[2]

General

Clinical:

  • Increased serum long-chain fatty acid levels.[3]

See also

References

  1. Online 'Mendelian Inheritance in Man' (OMIM) 300100
  2. Online 'Mendelian Inheritance in Man' (OMIM) 202370
  3. Terre'Blanche, G.; van der Walt, MM.; Bergh, JJ.; Mienie, LJ. (2011). "Treatment of an adrenomyeloneuropathy patient with Lorenzo's oil and supplementation with docosahexaenoic acid--a case report.". Lipids Health Dis 10: 152. doi:10.1186/1476-511X-10-152. PMID 21871076.