What is the role of enzyme lysosomal acid lipase in the context of disease?

A Breakdown of glycogen
B Breakdown of lipids ✓
C Synthesis of cholesterol
D Degradation of proteins

Explanation

Lysosomal acid lipase is an enzyme responsible for the breakdown of lipids within lysosomes. Its deficiency leads to the accumulation of lipids, causing diseases such as Wolman disease and cholesterol ester storage disease.

Source

Biochemistry textbooks
Enzymes in Disease Biochemistry Lysosomal Storage Diseases Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high