What would be the consequence of a deficiency in Carnityl Acetyltransferase 1 on fatty acid metabolism?

• A. Increased production of acetyl CoA in the cytosol.
• B. No effect on fatty acid transport or beta oxidation.
• C. Reduced transport of fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix, impairing beta oxidation.
• D. Increased transport of fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix, enhancing beta oxidation.

Answer: (C)