Dove si trova la tirosina?
Dove si trova la tirosina?
Non si tratta di un aminoacido essenziale in età adulta perché può essere sintetizzato dall'organismo a partire da un altro aminoacido, la fenilalanina. È presente nei latticini, nella carne, nel pesce, nelle uova, nella frutta secca, nei legumi, nell'avena e nel grano.
What is phenylketonuria (PKU)?
- Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inborn error of metabolism resulting from abnormal metabolism of phenylalanine.
How does phenylketonuria affect a baby's development?
- A baby born to a mother who has poorly treated PKU may have heart problems, a small head, and low birth weight. Phenylketonuria is a genetic disorder inherited from a person's parents. It is due to mutations in the PAH gene, which results in low levels of the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase.
What are the treatment options for phenylketonuria?
- The main way to treat PKU is to eat a special diet that limits foods containing phenylalanine. Infants with PKU may be fed breast milk. They usually also need to consume a special formula known as Lofenalac.
What is the long-term outlook for people with phenylketonuria?
- Long-term outlook for people with phenylketonuria. The long-term outlook for people with PKU is very good if they follow a PKU meal plan closely and shortly after birth. When diagnosis and treatment are delayed, brain damage may occur. This can lead to intellectual disabilities by the child’s first year of life.
