Galactosemia
... is the inability of the body to use (
metabolize ) the simple sugar galactose (causing the ... disorder in which the baby is unable to
metabolize galactose , a milk sugar . It occurs in ... by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to
metabolize galactose into glucose . May result in ...
Metabolize
...
metabolize Definition: Metabolism is the process of ... into energy. For example, food protein s are
metabolize d into energy or heat to be used or absorbed by the body.
metabolize and store carbohydrates , which are used as the ...
Phenylketonuria
... an inherited disease in which the body cannot
metabolize a protein c alled phenylalanine . It is ... rare inherited disorder. Causes an inability to
metabolize phenylalanine , an amino acid that's a common ... phenylketonuria ( PKU ). These people cannot
metabolize foods that contain large amounts of ...
Pku
... an inherited disease in which the body cannot
metabolize a protein c alled phenylalanine . It is ... the amino acid phenylalanine is not properly
metabolize d. PKU can cause severe mental retardation if ... rare inherited disorder. Causes an inability to
metabolize phenylalanine , an amino acid that's a common ...
Bilirubin
... it into the digestive tract. Bilirubin . Normally your liver
metabolize s this residue of worn-out red blood cells, and you excrete it in your urine . But hepatitis interferes with your liver 's ability to
metabolize bilirubin , leading to higher levels in your blood . Enzyme levels. ...
Galactose
... mia - This is an inherited disorder in which the baby is unable to
metabolize galactose , a milk sugar . It occurs in about one baby in every ... present at birth caused by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to
metabolize galactose into glucose . May result in mental retardation , ...
Glucose
... blood . The glucose tolerance test measures the body's ability to
metabolize glucose . Pictures & Images Urine Sample ... 3-Hour Glucose ... glucose levels. The lack of insulin results in an inability to
metabolize glucose , and the capacity to store glycogen (a form of glucose ) in ...
Phenylalanine
... ( PKU ) - PKU is an inherited disease in which the body cannot
metabolize a protein c alled phenylalanine . It is estimated that one baby in ... type 1 (HT-1). Mfg: Orphan Pharmaceuticals USA. These people cannot
metabolize foods that contain large amounts of phenylalanine , one of the ...
Albumin
... (synthesize) protein s, including albumin (to help maintain the volume of blood ) and blood clotting factors Synthesize, store, and process (
metabolize ) fats, including fatty acids (used for energy) and cholesterol ... It produces important protein s for the blood , notably albumin (which ...
Aspartic acid
... that our bodies produce it even if we don't get this amino acid from the food we eat. - Amino Acids - Aspartic Acid - Carbohydrates -
metabolize Review Date : 10/17/2003 Reviewed By : David Webner, M.D., Sports Medicine Fellow, Crozer-Keystone Family Practice Program, Springfield, PA. ...
Breast
... . Excessive production of breast milk . galactosemia A disease present at birth caused by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to
metabolize galactose into glucose . May result in mental retardation , cataracts and liver damage. Abnormal secondary sex characteristics, such as ...
Breast milk
... . Excessive production of breast milk . galactosemia A disease present at birth caused by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to
metabolize galactose into glucose . May result in mental retardation , cataracts and liver damage. HIV is not transmitted by casual contact; ...
Caffeine
... Caffeine is an alkaloid. It is
metabolize d in the liver and the breakdown products of caffeine are excreted through the kidney . In women on oral contraceptives, the rate at which they ...
Carbohydrates
... dehydration due to diarrhea and vomiting in children from infancy to six years old with a three-year shelf life. Mfg: Pharmacia & Upjohn.
metabolize and store carbohydrates , which are used as the source for the sugar ( glucose ) in blood that red blood cells and the brain use ... The ...
Carcinoid tumor
... ... is a neurotransmitter that is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan by entero chromaffin cells in the gut and bronchi . It is
metabolize d to 5-HIAA in the liver and then excreted in the urine . Elevations in 5-HIAA can indicate carcinoid tumor . is at a high risk for this cause ...
Cataract
... liver function tests , should be done about every 6 months. A disease present at birth caused by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to
metabolize galactose into glucose . May result in mental retardation , cataract s and liver damage. gall The bile produced in the liver and ...
Cataracts
... . Clinical trials have been completed. See Paradigm/photon. A disease present at birth caused by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to
metabolize galactose into glucose . May result in mental retardation , cataracts and liver damage. gall The bile produced in the liver and stored ...
Cholesterol
... (DASH) Eating Plan. Balance your calorie intake with exercise . Genetic risks are related to the ability of the body to process (uptake and
metabolize ) low-density lipid s that contain cholesterol . A diet low in fat , salt, and cholesterol is very important. It keeps your heart healthy ...
Connective tissue
... in connective tissue , often in joints of the feet and ankles, which lead to inflammatory arthritis ; uric acid is produced when p urine is
metabolize d. Fibrosis is the formation of fibrous (or scar -like) connective tissue , and cysts are fluid-filled sacs. Fibrocystic changes can cause ...
Corticosteroids
... system . 17-HYDROXY CORTICOSTEROIDS - A urine test which measures the amount of 17-hydroxy corticosteroids . A fraction of cortisol is
metabolize d to 17-hydroxy corticosteroids and excreted in the urine . The 17-hydroxy corticosteroids test measures the amount of 17-OHCS in urine . ...
Cortisol level
... cortisol level s. Cortisol level s are often measured to evaluate the function of the pituitary or adrenal glands . Some of the cortisol is
metabolize d by the liver to produce 17 hydroxy corticosteroids , which is then excreted in the urine . ...
Dermatomyositis
... system. Pernicious anemia . Disorder in which the immune system attacks the lining of the stomach in such a way that the body cannot
metabolize vitamin B12 . dermatomyositis , which affects the skin and muscle s fibromyalgia , which causes chronic pain and stiffness in the ...
Diabetes
... could save lives Elsewhere on the web ... Diabetes Mellitus ( Insulin -Dependent Diabetes ) This disease impairs the body's ability to
metabolize glucose , the blood sugar which is the primary energy source for all body cells. Diabetes with insulin resistance ( type 2 diabetes ...
Diabetes mellitus
... 2 diabetes , especially obese children. Age. Diabetes Mellitus ( Insulin -Dependent Diabetes ) This disease impairs the body's ability to
metabolize glucose , the blood sugar which is the primary energy source for all body cells. Diabetes mellitus , also called diabetes , is a ...
Fatty liver
... makes you lose protein , minerals , and vitamins . Alcohol affects thiamine ( vitamin B -1) in particular. The liver detoxifies (or
metabolize s) alcohol. Continued, excessive use of alcohol can damage the liver You can develop alcoholic hepatitis a nd then a fatty liver . A fatty liver ...
Glucose tolerance test
... The glucose tolerance test measures the body's ability to
metabolize glucose . Pictures & Images Urine Sample ... Oral glucose tolerance test : A test to determine the body's ability to handle glucose . ...
Hepatic
... A Vaccine , Inactivated ( Injection ) (Havrix; Havrix Pediatric; Havrix Pediatric w/ Safety glide; Vaqta; Vaqta Pediatric) ... Buspirone is
metabolize d by the liver and excreted by the kidney , and should be used with care in patients with hepatic or renal disease . The drug is classified ...
Inborn errors
... errors of metabolism Definition: Inborn errors of metabolism are rare genetic disorders in which the body cannot turn food into energy (
metabolize food ) normally. Many of the inborn errors of metabolism in young infants cause symptoms such as sluggishness ( lethargy ), poor feeding ...
Lactic acidosis
... due to the buildup of lactic acid in the body. Lactic acid ois occurs when cells make lactic acid (from glucose ) faster than it can be
metabolize d. LACTIC ACIDOSIS : High levels of lactic acid in the blood , which is potentially fatal. Symptoms include nausea , vomiting , fatigue , ...
Lens
... The lining of the upper eyelid is usually most affected. Bechert lens -holding forceps beclomethasone dipropionate (BDP) A site-active (locally
metabolize d) corticosteroid drug approved and marketed in inhaled and nasal formulations for the treatment of asthma , allergic rhinitis , ... The ...
Lipid
... protein s and lipid s to defined areas of the plasma membrane . Genetic risks are related to the ability of the body to process (uptake and
metabolize ) low-density lipid s that contain cholesterol . The lipid solubility of fentanyl allows rapid onset of pain relief. In open-label studies, ...
Liver
... , enlargement of the liver and spleen , jaundice , ... CYP 3A4: A liver enzyme that is part of the cytochrome P450 system and
metabolize s many drugs. CYTIDINE: A nucleoside combining the base cytosine with D-ribose. One of the building blocks of DNA and RNA. Abdomen (e.g., liver ...
Metabolite
... Otitis Media ( Otitis Media with Effusion ) ... - Cancer of the bladder can occur when the amino acid tryptophan is not properly
metabolize d, resulting in oxidation of its metabolite s. Vitamin C prevents that oxidation process, and thus blocks cancer development. Paraneoplastic ...
Myositis
... system. Pernicious anemia . Disorder in which the immune system attacks the lining of the stomach in such a way that the body cannot
metabolize vitamin B12 . Dermato myositis Digitalis toxicity Ectopic Cushing's syndrome End-stage renal disease Epilepsy Generalized tonic ...
Nasal polyp
... tissue to stop it vibrating. Laser surgery stiffens the palate to reduce vibration. beclomethasone dipropionate (BDP) A site-active (locally
metabolize d) corticosteroid drug approved and marketed in inhaled and nasal formulations for the treatment of asthma , allergic rhinitis , and nasal ...
Pain medications
... morphine. Mild AMS is usually treated with pain medications for headache and a drug called DIAMOX which allows one to breathe faster and so
metabolize more oxygen , thereby minimizing the symptoms caused by poor oxygen ation. Reluctance to take pain medications . Fear of addiction or of ...
Pernicious
... anemia . Pernicious anemia . Disorder in which the immune system attacks the lining of the stomach in such a way that the body cannot
metabolize vitamin B12 . Pernicious anemia (a type of blood problem)—Taking folic acid while you have pernicious anemia may cause serious ...
Pernicious anemia
... anemia . Pernicious anemia . Disorder in which the immune system attacks the lining of the stomach in such a way that the body cannot
metabolize vitamin B12 . Pernicious anemia (a type of blood problem)—Taking folic acid while you have pernicious anemia may cause serious ...
Polymyositis
... system. Pernicious anemia . Disorder in which the immune system attacks the lining of the stomach in such a way that the body cannot
metabolize vitamin B12 . In polymyositis and dermatomyositis , weakness usually affects the muscle s near the center of the body, including the ...
Tryptophan
... Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan by entero chromaffin cells in the gut and bronchi . It is
metabolize d to 5-HIAA in the liver and then excreted in the urine . Pellagra is a disease that occurs when a person does not get enough niacin (one ...