Lipoprotein lipase deficiency (also known as "chylomicronemia", "chylomicronemia syndrome" and "hyperlipoproteinemia type Ia") is caused by a mutation in the gene which codes lipoprotein lipase.. As a result, afflicted individuals lack the ability to produce lipoprotein lipase enzymes necessary for effective breakdown of fatty acids.
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