It is an organic compound that is insoluble in water.
It is formed of long chains of hydrocarbons along with a glycerol molecule.
They include fats, waxes, oils, and some hormones.
Lipids function as energy-storage molecules and chemical messengers.
Lipid deficiency causes:
Gaucher disease: Deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase results in the accumulation of harmful quantities of certain fats
Wolman’s disease or Acid lipase disease: It is a severe lipid storage disorder that is fatal in nature.
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.