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The molecular basis of malonyl-CoA decarboxylase deficiency

Authors :
FitzPatrick, David R.
Hill, Alison
Tolmie, John L.
Thorburn, David R.
Christodoulou, John
Source :
American Journal of Human Genetics. August, 1999, Vol. 65 Issue 2, p318, 9 p.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Malonyl-CoA decarboxylase (MCD) deficiency and its molecular basis are discussed. A 2.1-kb human cDNA with a 1362-bp (454-amino acid) open reading frame that shows 70.3% amino acid identity to goose MCD has been characterized, and data indicate the cDNA encodes human MCD, which is an important fatty acid metabolism regulator.

Details

ISSN :
00029297
Volume :
65
Issue :
2
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
American Journal of Human Genetics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.55497651