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2. Peroxisome - Wikipedia

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   A major function of the peroxisome is the breakdown of very long chain fatty acids through beta oxidation. In animal cells, the long fatty acids are converted to medium chain fatty acids, which are subsequently shuttled to mitochondria where they eventually are broken down to carbon dioxide and water. In yeast and plant cells, this process is ...

3. Very long-chain acyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase deficiency

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   As a result, these fatty acids are not converted into energy, which can lead to characteristic signs and symptoms of this disorder, such as lethargy and hypoglycemia. Levels of very long-chain fatty acids or partially degraded fatty acids may build up in tissues and can damage the heart, liver, and muscles, causing more serious complications.

4. Very long-chain acyl-CoA synthetase - Wikipedia

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   The protein encoded by this gene is an isozyme of long-chain fatty-acid-coenzyme A ligase family. Although differing in substrate specificity, subcellular localization, and tissue distribution, all isozymes of this family convert free long-chain fatty acids into fatty acyl-CoA esters , and thereby play a key role in lipid biosynthesis and fatty ...

5. Mitochondrial trifunctional protein deficiency - Wikipedia

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   This enzyme complex is required to metabolize a group of fats called long-chain fatty acids. These fatty acids are stored in the body's fat tissues and are a major source of energy for the heart and muscles. During periods of fasting, fatty acids are also an important energy source for the liver and other tissues. [10] [11] [12]

6. Fatty-acid metabolism disorder - Wikipedia

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   Most individuals with a fatty-acid metabolism disorder are able to live a normal active life with simple adjustments to diet and medications. If left undiagnosed many complications can arise. When in need of glucose the body of a person with a fatty-acid metabolism disorder will still send fats to the liver. The fats are broken down to fatty acids.

7. Long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase deficiency

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   As a result, these fatty acids are not converted to energy, which can lead to characteristic features of this disorder, such as lethargy and hypoglycemia. Long-chain fatty acids or partially metabolized fatty acids may build up in tissues and damage the liver, heart, retina, and muscles, causing more serious complications.