Phenylketonuria (PKU): Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Introduction: Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic disorder that affects how the body processes an amino acid called phenylalanine. PKU is a rare disorder, affecting only about 1 in 10,000 to 15,000 newborns in the United States. However, all newborns must be screened for PKU shortly after birth, as early diagnosis and treatment can prevent […]