Menkes syndrome is a disorder of
Correct Answer: Copper transpo
Description: Menkes kinky hair syndromeEtiologyFeaturesPrognosisX-linked metabolic disturbance of copper metabolismMutation in copper-transpoing ATP7A geneMental retardationHypocupremiaDecreased circulating ceruloplasminChildren with this disease often die within 5 years because of dissecting aneurysms or cardiac rupture(Ref: Harrison's 18/e p604)
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