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.
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inborn error in metabolism that prevents the body from using phenylalanine, an amino acid necessary for normal growth and development.
the intire body
Respiratory system
A person with phenylketonuria (PKU) is unable to break down the amino acid phenylalanine due to a deficiency in the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase. This can lead to a build-up of phenylalanine in the body, which can be toxic to the brain and nervous system if not controlled through dietary restrictions.
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