2020
DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-71248-8
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Defining diagnostic cutoffs in neurological patients for serum very long chain fatty acids (VLCFA) in genetically confirmed X-Adrenoleukodystrophy

Abstract: X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is caused by mutations in the ABCD1 gene resulting in the accumulation of very long chain fatty acids (VLCFA). X-ALD is the most common peroxisomal disorder with adult patients (male and female) presenting with progressive spastic paraparesis with bladder disturbance, sensory ataxia with impaired vibration sense, and leg pain. 80% of male X-ALD patients have an adrenal failure, while adrenal dysfunction is rare in women with X-ALD. The objective of this study was to define… Show more

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“…Since the cloning of the ABCD1 gene in 1993 and its association with X-ALD [ 30 ], ABCD1 function has been attributed to the transport of saturated and monounsaturated VLCFAs across the peroxisomal membrane for further degradation by β-oxidation. Accumulation of saturated and monounsaturated VLCFAs indeed occurs in the plasma and tissues of X-ALD patients, and is used for diagnosis [ 31 , 32 ]. Due to its importance, studies concerning the structure, function, and defects of ABCD1 have never ceased.…”
Section: Structure Function and Mechanism Of Transportmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Since the cloning of the ABCD1 gene in 1993 and its association with X-ALD [ 30 ], ABCD1 function has been attributed to the transport of saturated and monounsaturated VLCFAs across the peroxisomal membrane for further degradation by β-oxidation. Accumulation of saturated and monounsaturated VLCFAs indeed occurs in the plasma and tissues of X-ALD patients, and is used for diagnosis [ 31 , 32 ]. Due to its importance, studies concerning the structure, function, and defects of ABCD1 have never ceased.…”
Section: Structure Function and Mechanism Of Transportmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In particular, the recent availability of next generation sequencing has deeply revolutioned the scenario of INMD, compared to only a few years ago, when the diagnostic algorithms were based on the sequencing gene by gene (e.g., Sanger), based on clinical, neurophysiology, biochemical and morphological evaluations [ 1 ]. In this scenario, serum biomarkers retain an important role in both the diagnosis and follow-up of INMD [ 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 ]. Many lab abnormalities commonly evaluated in routine blood examinations have been reported “typical” of certain INMD [ 8 , 11 , 12 ], but their role is sometimes underestimated in current clinical practice [ 13 ].…”
Section: Background and Aimsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…An alternative and more accurate biomarker to detect the elevated serum VLCFA is the use of 1-hexacosanosyl-2-lyso-sn-3-glycero-phosphatidylcholine (26:0-lyso-PC) in DBS and it could be useful for newborn screening and diagnosis in women [ 153 ]. A recent study suggests new optimized cutoff values for both ratios C24:0/C22:0 and C26:0/C22:0, in combination with standard lipid profile considered that low-density lipid concentrations strongly correlate to all VLCFA [ 9 ].…”
Section: Axonal Neuropathiesmentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…X-linked ALD results in aberrant accumulation of VLCFA in the cytosol due to impaired peroxisomal β-oxidation. X-linked ALD leads to progressive demyelination (Berger et al, 2014; van Geel et al, 2001; Rattay et al, 2020; Wiesinger et al, 2013). Loss of myelin reduces the ability of the nerves to transfer information and triggers neuroinflammation.…”
Section: Structural Elucidation Of the Human Aldp In Nucleotides Free Statementioning
confidence: 99%