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What is metachromatic-leukodystrophy? what causes it?
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A genetic disorder: Metachromatic leukodystrophy is an inherited disorder characterized by the accumulation of fats called sulfatides in cells. This accumulation especially affects cells in the nervous system that produce myelin, the substance that insulates and protects nerves This is a link to the genetic website with more information http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/metachromatic-leukodystrophy
Answered 10/5/2015
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