Question
Biochemistry Question on Lipids
A child presents with mental retardation, bone pain, and inability to walk. On funduscopic examination, a cherry red spot is seen. There is no organomegaly. What is the most likely diagnosis?
A
Tay-Sachs disease
B
Niemann-Pick disease
C
Hurler syndrome
D
Gaucher disease
Answer
Tay-Sachs disease
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A) : Tay-Sachs disease