A Genetically Inherited Disorder in Which the Body Cannot Properly

question 31

Multiple Choice

A genetically inherited disorder in which the body cannot properly metabolize the nutrient phenylalanine, resulting in mental retardation, is ____.

• A) hemoglobinuria
• B) myoglobinuria
• C) bilirubinuria
• D) glycosuria
• E) phenylketonuria

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Definitions:

Quality Assurance Program

A required program for clinical laboratories designed to monitor the quality of patient care, including quality control, instrument and equipment maintenance, proficiency testing, training and continuing education, and standard operating procedures documentation.

Patient Care

The services and interventions provided by health professionals to support the health, well-being, and recovery of patients.

Medical Laboratory

A facility for the examination of materials derived from the human body (such as fluids, tissues, and cells) for the purpose of providing information on diagnosis, prognosis, prevention, or treatment of disease.

Quality Control Program

A component of a quality assurance program that focuses on ensuring accuracy in laboratory test results through careful monitoring of test procedures.