Human Health And Disease Question 45

Question: Gaucher’s disease is associated with:

Options:

A) Abnormal protein metabolism

B) Abnormal carbohydrate metabolism

C) Abnormal fat metabolism

D) Malnutrition

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Gaucher disease is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the deposition of glucocerebroside in cells of the macrophage-monocyte system. The disorder results from the deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase.