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PKU (Phenylketonuria)

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http://www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/4439_1219.asp  

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March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation

Description

PKU (phenylketonuria) is an inherited disorder that, if untreated, causes mental retardation. Fortunately, through routine newborn screening, almost all affected newborns are diagnosed and treated early, allowing them to grow up with normal intelligence.

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