Abetalipoproteinemia Diagnosis WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Abetalipoproteinemia Diagnosis
Blood tests, cholesterol studies, electromyography (EMG), eye examinations, nerve conduction study, stool sample analysis, and genetic testing are test performed to help diagnose abetalipoproteinemia.1 Stomach problems and high levels of fat detected in the stool, which is often pale and foul smelling, are the first signs.2 Abetalipoproteinemia, also known as Bassen-Kornzweig syndrome, is a rare autosomal recessive disorder that interferes with fat absorption and production in the body.1
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- Abnormal red blood counts, very low level of cholesterol and triglycerides, abnormal iron levels, retinitis, and abnormal muscle strength and contractions are symptoms of abetalipoproteinemia.3
- Abetalipoproteinemia is more common in boys than girls (approximately seventy percent of the time) and is usually diagnosed in infancy.3
- Dieting, vitamin supplementation, physical therapy, and occupational therapy are treatment options for this condition.4
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Bassen-Kornzweig Syndrome: Exams and Tests
- ↑ Thomas Gale (via Healthline): Bassen-Kornzweig Syndrome: Diagnosis
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 About.com: Abetalipoproteinemia: Abetalipoproteinemia: How is it Diagnosed?
- ↑ Wikipedia: Abetalipoproteinemia: Diagnosis
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- Contributor: Carolyn DeLucas
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- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Diagnosis For Abetalipoproteinemia, Abetalipoproteinemia and Diagnosis, Diagnosis and Abetalipoproteinemia
- Last update: Aug. 24, 2009
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