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Molecular genetic defect underlying alpha-L-iduronidase pseudodeficiency

E L Aronovich1, D Pan, C B Whitley

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis 55455, USA.

American Journal of Human Genetics
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
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This study identifies a rare case of a patient with both Mucopolysaccharidosis type I and type II. Genetic analysis revealed compound heterozygosity for IDUA and IDS mutations, explaining the dual diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Lysosomal Storage Disorders

Background:

  • Mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I) and type II (MPS II) are distinct lysosomal storage disorders caused by deficiencies in alpha-L-iduronidase (IDUA) and iduronate-2-sulfatase (IDS), respectively.
  • The co-occurrence of both MPS I and MPS II in a single individual is exceptionally rare, with an estimated probability of 1 in 5 billion.

Observation:

  • A male proband presented with clinical features and biochemical evidence of both MPS I and MPS II.
  • Biochemical assays showed significantly reduced leukocyte IDUA and IDS activities in the proband and other family members.
  • Family members exhibited varying levels of enzyme deficiencies, suggesting complex genetic inheritance patterns.

Findings:

  • Genetic analysis identified the common IDS mutation R468W in the proband, his mother, and sister.

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  • The proband, his sister, and father were heterozygous for the common IDUA mutation W402X.
  • A novel IDUA mutation, A300T, was discovered in the proband, his sister, and mother, explaining reduced IDUA activity. The sister is a compound heterozygote for W402X and A300T, with normal glycosaminoglycan metabolism.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the molecular basis of a rare dual diagnosis of MPS I and MPS II.
    • The identification of the novel IDUA pseudodeficiency allele A300T provides new insights into IDUA gene function and variability.
    • Understanding these complex genetic interactions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and potential therapeutic strategies for lysosomal storage disorders.