Genetic Deficiency May Explain Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
A missing enzyme (mitochnodrial trifunctional protein) could be to blame for sudden infant death syndrome. It is a key step in providing the energy for skeletal muscles, the heart, and metabolism in the liver. The energy usually comes from metabolism of fatty acids.
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