This protocol is for the sick infant/child who has been previously diagnosed with Long Chain Hydroxy Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency ( LCHADD). LCHADD is caused by a defect in the intramitochondrial b-oxidation of fatty acids. It can cause severe hypoketotic hypoglycemia, lethargy, liver dysfunction with hepatomegaly, clotting defect, metabolic acidosis, hyperammonemia cardiomyopathy, and sudden death.
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