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The best treatment of phenylketonuria is a diet that is extremely low in phenylalanine during childhood. A person can also take fish oil supplements and iron supplements to help treat some of the symptoms.

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Phenylketonuria is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation of the PAH gene.

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The phenylalanine hydroxylase (PAH) enzyme deficiency causes Phenylketonuria.

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What is phenylketonuria?

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What is Phenylketonuria PKU?

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What is the genetic disorder characterized by a missing digestive enzyme?

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What has the author Virginia E Schuett written?

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What is the abbreviation for phenylketonuria?

PKU


Is phenylketonuria chromosmal?

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Is phenylketonuria a learning disability?

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic condition that is present from birth. It is a learning disability that can damage the brain.


How long did it take to discover phenylketonuria?

Phenylketonuria is a genetic disorder that was first discovered in 1934 by Dr. Asbjorn Folling of Norway


Are there different forms of PKU or phenylketonuria?

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What limitations do a person have if they have phenylketonuria?

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A person who has what is unable to break down the amino acid phenylalanine?

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