Which Tests Are Performed to Detect Inborn Errors of Metabolism

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which tests are performed to detect inborn errors of metabolism in the newborn?

• A)Blood glucose
• B)Phenylketonuria (PKU)
• C)Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
• D)Prothrombin time (PT)

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Definitions:

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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A psychiatric disorder that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

HPA Axis

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Hypothalamus

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