What Causes the Deficits Found in Children with Phenylketonuria (PKU)

question 42

Multiple Choice

What causes the deficits found in children with phenylketonuria (PKU) ?

• A) They are unable to synthesize melanin,thyroxine and catecholamines.
• B) They are unable to synthesize renin,erythropoietin and antidiuretic hormone.
• C) They are unable to synthesize aldosterone,cortisol and androgens.
• D) They are unable to synthesize neurotransmitters gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)and acetylcholine.

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