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Pheylketrouia (PKU) This topic has information for the parents regarding Pheylketrouia (PKU). Clicking on these links will take you away from the Anchorage School District's Web site. Each link will open in a new window.

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Publications

Genes and Disease
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/bv.fcgi?call=bv.View..ShowSection&rid=gnd.section.234
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inherited error of metabolism caused by a deficiency in the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase. Loss of this enzyme results in mental retardation, organ damage, unusual posture and can, in cases of maternal PKU, severely compromise pregnancy.

PKU - Quick Reference
http://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/681_1219.asp
PKU (phenylketonuria) is an inherited disorder of body chemistry that, if untreated, causes mental retardation. Fortunately, through routine newborn screening, almost all affected newborns are now diagnosed and treated early, allowing them to grow up with normal intelligence.

Questions and Answers about PKU
http://www.pkunews.org/
This Q and A section includes information on PKU and AD/HD, depression and behavior problems

Web sites

PKU Family Village Library
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/lib_pku.htm
This Web site includes information to help families locate support resources as well as provides general information about PKU.

PKU News
http://www.pkunews.org/
National PKU News is a non-profit organization located in Seattle, Washington. It is dedicated to providing up-to-date, accurate news and information to families and professionals dealing with phenylketonuria.