Early Detection of Glutaric Aciduria Type I by Newborn Screening in Taiwan
Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1) is an inborn error of lysine and tryptophan metabolism. There is a lack of initial diagnostic signs of the disease, but late treatment often results in severe neurologic impairment. In this study, we analyzed the results of screening for GA1 in a Chinese population. Me...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2008-02-01
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Series: | Journal of the Formosan Medical Association |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0929664608601278 |