Inborn errors of metabolismFrom our partner site on diet & exercise, MyDietExercise.com. Treatment includes a special diet. Strict compliance is necessary to prevent neurological damage. This requires close supervision by a registered dietitian or physician, and cooperation by parents. PHENYLKETONURIA (PKU)Phenylketonuria is a rare genetic disorder that can result in severe progressive mental retardation if untreated by diet. Most states require blood or urine testing for PKU is all newborns. A low phenylalanine diet is required. Strict compliance to the diet is necessary to reduce or prevent mental retardation. This requires close supervision by a registered dietitian or physician, and cooperation of the parent and child.
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