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Can you explain maple syrup urine disease?
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Genetic disorder: Maple syrup urine disease is an inherited genetic disorder of protein breakdown. It is now often diagnosed by newborn screen. A good general information site can be found at http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001411/.
Answered 12/9/2012
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