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PKU is characterized by the inability to convert the amino acid phenylanine into the amino acid tyrosine. If dietary intake persists then symptoms as severe as brain damage could ensue. Amino acids ,like phenylanine and tyrosine, are the building blocks of protein.
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∙ 10y agoPKU is characterized by the inability to convert amino acid Phenylanine, Diet is to avoid consuming Phenylanine.
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How does PKU impact protein synthesis?
PKU is a somatic genetic defect in an enzyme that metabolizes phenylalanine.
Symptoms of phenylketonuria PKU may be minimized or suppressed by a diet low in?
a diet low in protein will help with the symptoms. protein contains phenylalanine, which is what a person with PKU cannot absorb. by cutting out the phenylalanine (phe), you eliminate the problem. most with PKU can only eat enough protein for proper development. other than that, nothing high in protein. i.e. fish, eggs, milk, etc.
What does PKU stand for?
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is not an eating disorder. It is an inherited disorder which the body cannot break down phenylalanine, which is a part of protein. If PKU is not treated soon after birth, it can cause brain and nervous system damage.
What is the relationship between protein intake and calcium metabolism?
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What is the relationship between protein and chromosomes?
The mRNA is transcribed into proteins
Is water a protein?
what is the relationship between body proteins and water? what is the relationship between body proteins and water?
What birth defect is characterized by the inability to process and use fats?
PKU, can cause a serious metal retardess, and a (specific protein).
What is the relationship between basal energy metabolism and protein metabolism?
it changes things
What food can't you eat if you have pku?
You can't eat most protein rich foods- milk, cheese, meat, fish etc. if you have PKU. It's more complicated than that though, and if you want more information check the related links.
What is maternal PKU?
PKU is the acronym for a condition called phenylketonuria. People who have it can't properly process the amino acid phenylalanine, which is found in many high-protein foods such as fish, nuts and some poultry. The condition (PKU) can sometimes result from radiation, the ingestion of certain chemicals and medications, and infection. Mothers who have the condition (maternal PKU) must follow a strict diet during (and highly suggested even before) pregnancy to avoid infant PKU, which can cause mental retardation, congenital heart disease and other health problems.
What are palliative treatments for alcaptonuria?
Decrease homogenitisic acid formation by decreased phenylalanine and tyrosine. Essentially a PKU diet with decreased protein intake?
What is the survival rate for PKU?
100%
