GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EXCRETORY SYSTEM

KIDNEY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the treatment for PKU?
A
Reduction in dietary intake of phenylalanine
B
Phenylalanine dietary supplements
C
Drugs that convert phenylalanine into urea
D
Kidney transplant
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The main treatments for PKU include: A lifetime diet with very limited intake of foods with phenylalanine. Taking a PKU formula-a special nutritional supplement-for life to make sure that you get enough essential protein (without phenylalanine) and nutrients that are essential for growth and general health.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main way to treat PKU is to eat a special diet that limits foods containing phenylalanine. Infants with PKU may be fed breast milk. They usually also need to consume a special formula known as Lofenalac. When your baby is old enough to eat solid foods, you need to avoid letting them eat foods high in protein.

Detailed explanation-3: -The main treatment for PKU is a low-protein diet that completely avoids high-protein foods (such as meat, eggs and dairy products) and controls the intake of many other foods, such as potatoes and cereals.

Detailed explanation-4: -The first line of treatment may include a low-protein diet. Infants may need special formula to control the amount of protein they eat. As your child grows older, he or she may need to use a formula supplement to ensure that they are getting enough protein.

Detailed explanation-5: -New Rare Disease Therapy Effectively Lowers Plasma Phe in Patients with PKU. Top-line data comparing 2 strains of a non-systemically absorbed drug candidate was announced this morning, with SYNB1934 expected to advance to a phase 3 clinical trial.

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