Phenylketonuria Genetics
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Classical PKU is an autosomal recessive disorder, caused by mutations in both alleles of the gene for phenylalanine hydroxylase (PAH), found on chromosome 12. In the body, phenylalanine hydroxylase converts the amino acid phenylalanine to tyrosine, another amino acid.
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This video explains the genetics of classical phenylketonuria. It identifies classical PKU as an autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutations in both alleles of the gene for phenylalanine hydroxylase, found on chromosome 12, and explains that this enzyme converts the amino acid phenylalanine to tyrosine.
Key points
- Identifies classical PKU as an autosomal recessive disorder
- Covers mutations in both alleles of the phenylalanine hydroxylase gene
- Notes the gene is found on chromosome 12
- Explains phenylalanine hydroxylase converts phenylalanine to tyrosine
Video Overview
This video presents “Phenylketonuria Genetics” — Classical PKU is an autosomal recessive disorder, caused by mutations in both alleles of the gene for phenylalanine hydroxylase (PAH), found on chromosome 12. In the body, phenylalanine hydroxylase converts the amino acid phenylalanine to. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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