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What ıs Phenylketonurıa (PKU)?


What ıs Phenylketonurıa (PKU)?

Release Date: 01 06 2020


All babies born are tested for PKU soon after birth, usually the second or third day.A blood sample is taken from a needle prick on the heel, and the phenylalanine level is measured.

If it is high, more tests are done to confirm that the baby has PKU. As soon as the diagnosis is made, the baby is given a special formula (also called a supplement) to lower the phenylalanine to a safe level.Maintaining the diet in childhood is essential to prevent damage to the growing brain. It is recommended that the diet is continued for life.

If it is not detected early, irreversible brain damage, mental retardation, hyperactivity, seizures, and autistic behavior disorders are observed. The diagnosis can be easily made with newborn screening tests.




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