apolipoprotein C-II deficiency
apolipoprotein C2 deficiency
An autosomal recessive condition (OMIM:207750) characterised by recurring pancreatitis, xanthomas, diabetes and atherosclerosis.Molecular pathology
Mutation of APOC2.
Lab
Absent apolipoprotein C2; 50% decreased apolipoprotein A1; decreased apolipoprotein A2, apolipoprotein B, LDL and HDL; increased triglyceridess, cholesterol, chylomicrons, VLDL and apolipoprotein E.
Management
Diet.