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X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy

X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy

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X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy: Understanding a Rare Genetic Disorder 1. Introduction X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the nervous system, adrenal glands, and the ability to process certain fats. It is an X-linked disorder, which means that it predominantly affects males, although females can carry the genetic mutation and pass it on to…