PKU (Phenylketonuria)is

question 159

Multiple Choice

PKU (phenylketonuria) is

• A) a form of neonatal jaundice.
• B) so rare that screening for it is not worthwhile.
• C) screened for routinely in most states.
• D) found in about 1 in 100 newborns, which makes routine screening appropriate.

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Definitions:

Psychosis

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Affective Disorder

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Hypomania

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