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phenylketonuria

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What is phenylketonuria?

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare condition in which a baby is born without the ability to properly break down an amino acid called phenylalanine.

Alternative Names:

PKU; Neonatal phenylketonuria

What are the causes, incidence and risk factors associated with phenylketonuria?

What are the symptoms associated with phenylketonuria?

What are the treatment options for phenylketonuria?

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- Dec 01, 2009

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