A child is diagnosed with a lysosomal storage disorder characterized by the accumulation of lipids (gangliosides) in the brain, leading to mental retardation.
Q1. A child is diagnosed with a lysosomal storage disorder characterized by the accumulation of lipids (gangliosides) in the brain, leading to mental retardation.
Answer: Tay-Sachs disease
Explanation: Tay-Sachs involves lipid accumulation in brain cells; Gaucher's is tempting but involves different lipid types and systemic symptoms.