Question

What disease is caused by lack of lipids?

Answer 1

Lipid:

1. It is an organic compound that is insoluble in water.
2. It is formed of long chains of hydrocarbons along with a glycerol molecule.
3. They include fats, waxes, oils, and some hormones.
4. Lipids function as energy-storage molecules and chemical messengers.

Lipid deficiency causes:

1. Gaucher disease: Deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase results in the accumulation of harmful quantities of certain fats
2. Wolman’s disease or Acid lipase disease: It is a severe lipid storage disorder that is fatal in nature.
3. Cholesteryl ester storage disease: It is an inherited disease that causes a buildup of fats (lipids) in the tissues and organs of the body and calcium deposits in the adrenal glands.