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The epidemiologic triad can be used to understand the relationship between work and health. Agents are factors associated with illness and injury. Which of the following are agents?


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Phenylketonuria (PKU)

A genetic disorder that increases the levels of a substance called phenylalanine in the blood, leading to intellectual disability and other health issues if untreated.

Gene-Environment Interactions

The complex interplay between an individual's genetic makeup and their environmental exposures, influencing various outcomes.

Phenylketonuria (PKU)

A genetic disorder characterized by a defect in the enzyme responsible for breaking down phenylalanine, leading to harmful levels of phenylalanine in the body if not treated.

Certain Enzyme

"Certain Enzyme" is a nonspecific term referring to a specific enzyme out of the many thousands that catalyze biochemical reactions in living organisms.

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