Multiple choice

Which of the following is an inherited disorder of fat metabolism that results in poor absorption of dietary fat and vitamin E?

  1. Pancreatic insufficiency

  2. Abetalipoproteinmia

  3. Crohn's disease

  4. Spinocerebellar ataxia

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Abetalipoproteinmia is a rare autosomal recessive disorder that interferes with the normal absorption of fat and fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin E. It is an inherited disorder.