Which missing enzyme results in Niemann-Pick disease? A) phospholipase A₂ B) sphingomyelinase C) -galactosidase A D) hexosaminidase A

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Niemann-Pick disease results from a deficiency in sphingomyelinase, an enzyme that is responsible for breaking down sphingomyelin, a component of cell membranes. The buildup of this substance can cause damage to various organs, including the liver and brain.

Which Missing Enzyme Results in Niemann-Pick Disease