Catalog

Familial lipoprotein lipase deficiency

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Familial lipoprotein lipase deficiency – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1829539217

This is caused by a mutation in the gene which codes lipoprotein lipase. As a result, afflicted individuals lack the ability to produce lipoprotein lipase enzymes necessary for effective breakdown of fatty acids.