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Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is ametabolismdisorder passed down through families in which the body cannot break down certain parts of proteins. Urine in persons with this condition can smell like maple syrup.
Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is caused by a gene defect. Persons with this condition cannot break down theamino acidsleucine, isoleucine, and valine. This leads to a buildup of these chemicals in the blood.
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Is maple syrup urine disease cause by a mutation?
Yes, there are several different mutations that can cause it.
Is the maple syrup disease sex-linked?
No. It is an autosomal recessive disease.
Can you become retarded from eating too much maple syrup?
There is a disease called Maple Syrup Urine Disease that is associated with mental retardation, but this has nothing to do with eating maple syrup. It is caused by a missing enzyme due to a genetic defect resulting in substances in the urine that make it smell like maple syrup. This is a disease people are born with. It is not acquired and has nothing to do with diet.
Does Megan Fox have maple syrup urine disease?
no
How much does it cost to treat maple syrup disease?
about 1000$
What does maple syrup and baking soda do to your body?
Maple syrup and baking soda is not good for the body. These can cause weight and other problems.
Who is affected by maple syrup urine disease?
Both boys and girls get it, and baby
What celebrities have maple syrup urine disease?
Megan Fox and Pamela Anderson
How long is a persons life span with maple syrup urine disease?
none
Is maple syrup and corn syrup are same?
No, maple syrup comes from the Maple tree. Corn syrup comes from corn.
What famous people have Maple Syrup urine disease?
So far, no famous person does.
Syrup made from the sap of what tree is a popular topping for waffles and pancakes?
Maple syrup is made from the sap of the Maple Tree.
