Tag: GALT Deficiency

  • Galactose-1-Phosphate Uridyl Transferase Deficiency

    Galactose-1-Phosphate Uridyl Transferase Deficiency Definition and Description of Galactose-1-Phosphate Uridyl Transferase Deficiency Galactose-1-Phosphate Uridyl Transferase Deficiency (GALT deficiency) is a rare genetic disorder that significantly impacts the body’s ability to metabolize galactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. This condition arises from mutations in the GALT gene, which is crucial for transforming galactose-1-phosphate…

  • GALT Deficiency

    GALT Deficiency Definition and Description of GALT Deficiency GALT Deficiency, or Galactose-1-Phosphate Uridyltransferase Deficiency, is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to metabolize galactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. This condition results from mutations in the GALT gene, which provides instructions for producing the GALT enzyme. Without adequate levels…