Answer :
A blood test for PKU is administered to babies one to three days after birth. Phenylketonuria is referred to as PKU. A uncommon condition hinders the body from metabolizing a portion of the protein phenylalanine (Phe).
All protein-rich foods, including milk, meats, and nuts, contain phe. Aspartame, an artificial sweetener, also contains it. You can give the baby formula without Phe to your infant without risk if PKU has been confirmed. Given that breastmilk does contain Phe, if you want to breastfeed, find out from your baby's doctor whether any amount of breastmilk is safe for him or her to consume.
The level of Phe in your baby's blood was normal if the results are normal. So it's improbable that your child will have PKU. Your infant may need to be tested again at 1 to 2 weeks of age, though, if the test was performed earlier than 24 hours after birth. In the USA, PKU testing is obligatory for newborns. A newborn screening is a set of tests that typically includes a PKU test. If an older child or infant was born abroad, testing may be necessary.
Steps to take if you experience any PKU symptoms include:
- delayed progress.
- intellectual challenges.
- a musty smell in the urine, skin, or breath (pee).
- Unusual head size (microcephaly).
To learn more about phenylketonuria Visit : brainly.com/question/25310504
#SPJ4
