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defined:
A severe immunodeficiency disease that results from a lack of the enzyme adenosine deaminase. It usually leads to death within the first few months of life.
explained:
Listen to a detailed explanation. Dr. Michael Blaese defines adenosine deaminase deficiency.
relatedterms:
gene, gene therapy, severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID)
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