Which of the following would be attributed to a peroxisomal dysfunction?

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Peroxisomes are responsible for the breakdown of very long chain fatty acids, so dysfunction of peroxisomes can lead to their accumulation. This is seen in disorders such as Zellweger syndrome and X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy. Accumulation of other substances such as A or D would not be specifically attributed to peroxisomal dysfunction. Accumulation of complex sugars (E) is more characteristic of lysosomal dysfunction.

Which of the Following Would Be Attributed to a Peroxisomal