Multiple choice

Gaucher's disease is associated with

  1. abnormal protein metabolism

  2. abnormal carbohydrate metabolism

  3. abnormal fat metabolism

  4. vitamin deficiency
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Gaucher's disease is a lysosomal storage disorder caused by deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase, leading to accumulation of glucocerebroside (a type of lipid or fat) in cells. This results in abnormal fat metabolism, specifically affecting the breakdown of sphingolipids. It is not primarily a disorder of protein, carbohydrate metabolism, or vitamin deficiency.

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