Metachromatic leukodystrophy

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Alternative Names

MLD; Arylsulfatase A deficiency; Leukodystrophy - metachromatic


Prevention

Genetic counseling is recommended if you have a family history of this disorder.



Review Date: 11/01/2010
Reviewed By: Chad Haldeman-Englert, MD, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Section on Medical Genetics, Winston-Salem, NC. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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