NCIt related terms : Long-Chain Acyl-Coenzyme A Dehydrogenase Deficiency; LCAD;
NCIt definition : A genetic disorder characterized by deficiency of the enzyme long-chain acyl-coenzyme
A dehydrogenase that metabolizes long-chain fatty acids. Signs and symptoms appear
in infancy or childhood and may be triggered during fasting, illness or exercise.
They include hypoglycemia, muscle weakness and lethargy.;