Regarding Phenylketonuria (PKU),which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 64

Multiple Choice

Regarding phenylketonuria (PKU) ,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) PKU can be detected in newborn babies by routine medical testing.
• B) If PKU goes untreated, severe intellectual disability typically occurs by age three.
• C) Affected children are usually placed on a diet high in phenylalinine.
• D) Phenylalinine is present in many foods, including the artificial sweetner in diet colas called Aspartame.

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