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  1. Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency 
    Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (MCAD) deficiency is a condition that prevents the body from converting certain fats to energy, particularly during periods without food (fasting).Signs ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/...m-chain-acyl-coa-dehydrogenase-deficiency - Genetics
  2. ACADM gene 
    ... an enzyme called medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (MCAD). This enzyme functions within mitochondria, the energy-producing centers in cells. MCAD is essential for fatty acid oxidation, which is ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/acadm - Genetics
  3. Where can I read more about the diseases and traits covered in my direct-to-consumer genetic testing report?: ... 
    ... epidermolysis bullosa Leigh syndrome Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency , also called MCAD deficiency Maple syrup urine disease ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../dtcgenetictesting/dtcghrpages - Genetics
  4. Newborn Screening Tests for Your Baby (March of Dimes Foundation)  
    Newborn Screening/Specifics ... Newborn Screening ... March of Dimes Foundation
    https://www.marchofdimes.org/.../newborn-screening-tests-your-baby - External Health Links
  5. Lipid Metabolism Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    Metabolism is the process your body uses to make energy from the food you eat. Food is made up of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Chemicals in your digestive ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lipidmetabolismdisorders.html - Health Topics
  6. Newborn Screening (National Library of Medicine)  
    Your newborn infant has screening tests before leaving the hospital. There may be different tests depending on the state where you live. They include: Tests ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/newbornscreening.html - Health Topics