Fatty Acid Oxidation

Carnitine Uptake Defect (CUD)

Carnitine uptake defect (CUD) is an inherited condition in which the body cannot bring enough carnitine, a substance that helps the body convert energy from fats into the cells. Individuals affected by CUD are unable to break down certain fats,

Medium-Chain acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency (MCAD)

Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MCAD) is a condition in which the body is unable to break down certain fats. Individuals affected with MCAD are unable to convert some of the fats they eat into energy the body needs to function.

Very Long-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency (VLCAD)

Very-long-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (VLCAD) is a condition in which the body is unable to break down certain fats. Individuals affected by VLCAD are unable to convert some of the fats they eat into energy the body needs to function.

Trifunctional Protein Deficiency (TFP)

Trifunctional protein deficiency (TFP) is a condition in which the body is unable to break down certain fats. Individuals affected by TFP are unable to convert some of the fats they eat into energy the body needs to function. Instead,