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A Person with PKU Controls the Buildup of Phenylpyruvic Acid

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A person with PKU controls the buildup of phenylpyruvic acid in his or her blood by restricting dietary intake of phenylalanine,thus avoiding the severe symptoms of mental retardation,slow growth rate,and early death.Yet he or she still exhibits the symptoms of fair skin and low adrenaline levels.Why?


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Raw Materials Used

The total value of all raw materials consumed in the production process over a specified period.

Factory Depreciation

The systematic allocation of the cost of physical assets used in the manufacturing process over their useful lives.

Direct Labour

The cost of wages for employees directly involved in the production of goods or services.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

An estimated rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products, calculated before the production process begins.

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