UNDERSTANDING PHENYLKETONURIA (PKU)

Phenylketonuria phenylketonuria is a rare genetic disease. It influences the individual's capacity to break down an amino acid called phenylalanine. Normally, the organs creates an enzyme called phenylalanine hydroxylase, which converts phenylalanine into tyrosine. In those suffering from PKU, this enzyme is function properly. As a result, phenylal