Glycogen storage disease type XII
Definition:
Glycogen storage disease type XII (GSD-XII) is an autosomal recessive disorder of glycogen metabolism. GSD-XII is caused by mutations in the ALDOA gene, which encodes the red cell aldolase. The typical presentations are hemolytic anemia, neurologic abnormalities, and myopathy with exercise intolerance.
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