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How does studying genetic disorders such as pku help biologist understand normal alleles?
PKU is a genetic disorder that, when untreated, is characterized by mental ... but, in a person with PKU, this enzyme is defective.
Why don't PKU patients necessarily have alkaptonuria?
Phenylketonuria (PKU) and alkaptonuria are distinct genetic disorders caused by mutations in different enzymes. PKU results from a deficiency in the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase, leading to the accumulation of phenylalanine. In contrast, alkaptonuria is caused by a deficiency in the enzyme homogentisate oxidase, resulting in the accumulation of homogentisic acid. Therefore, PKU patients do not necessarily have alkaptonuria because the underlying metabolic pathways and enzymatic deficiencies are unrelated.
Why do hospitals now test all newborns for PKU?
PKUs, Newborn screens, test infants for genetic disorders which may be treated if caught early...the pku has 26 tests including, thyroid, sickle cell, downsyndrome, and many other disorders which may be passed by mom or dad...in Texas, this is a mandated test...parents may not like their baby being poked on the heel, but it is a very important test...
Is todd homozygous or heterozygous for pku?
If Todd has PKU, he would be homozygous for the gene associated with PKU, meaning he has two copies of the faulty gene. This would result in the expression of the PKU disorder.
Is Phenyliketonuria severe?
Yes, it can causes severe developmental disorders, like mental retardation. If a child is diagnosed with PKU, they MUST remain on a special diet for lifetime to avoid problems.
What is the survival rate for PKU?
100%
When was the first case of pku reported?
First case of PKU was reported in Munster Germany in 1964.
What is Phenylketonuria PKU?
phenylketonuria
What is the abbreviation for phenylketonuria?
PKU
What are the disadvantages and advantages of PKU in newborn babies?
list 3 advantages n disadvantages on pku testing on newborns
What happens if you have a unbalanced diet to PKU?
You can induce serious symptoms of PKU, esp behaviour and other mental problems.
How is phenylketonuria inherited?
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is inherited when both parents are carriers of the gene. Since it is a recessive gene, there is a 25% chance that any baby conceived by two people carrying the PKU gene will have PKU.
