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How is NPD Diagnosed?   Type A and B Niemann-Pick are diagnosed by measuring the ASM (acid sphingomylinase) activity in white blood cells. ... Details > National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation, Inc. Niemann-Pick Disease A general overview of Niemann-Pick disease that includes a description of the disorder, and treatment, prognosis and research information. Suggested reading for more in-depth information, a list of re... Details > National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health What Is Niemann-Pick Disease?   Niemann-Pick Disease ("Niemann-Pick") is actually a term for a group of diseases which affect metabolism and which are caused by specific genetic mutations. ... Details > National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation, Inc. What Treatment is Available for NPD?   The genetic sources of Niemann-Pick have been identified and research is focusing on how the biochemical mechanisms work and how they can be corrected. ... Details > National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation, Inc.