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What is the main consequence of untreated Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH) in newborns?
What is the main consequence of untreated Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH) in newborns?
Which hormone is deficient in newborns with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)?
Which hormone is deficient in newborns with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)?
What is the main consequence of untreated Phenylketonuria (PKU) in newborns?
What is the main consequence of untreated Phenylketonuria (PKU) in newborns?
What is the main cause of death if Galactosemia (GAL) is left untreated in newborns?
What is the main cause of death if Galactosemia (GAL) is left untreated in newborns?
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What is the main consequence of G6PD Deficiency in newborns?
What is the main consequence of G6PD Deficiency in newborns?
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What is the main treatment for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) in newborns?
What is the main treatment for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) in newborns?
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What is the main cause of severe mental retardation in newborns with Phenylketonuria (PKU)?
What is the main cause of severe mental retardation in newborns with Phenylketonuria (PKU)?
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What is the main cause of stunt growth and physical deformities if Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH) is not treated in newborns?
What is the main cause of stunt growth and physical deformities if Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH) is not treated in newborns?
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Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH) is previously known as ______, is a severe deficiency of the thyroid hormone in newborns.
Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH) is previously known as ______, is a severe deficiency of the thyroid hormone in newborns.
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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) is characterized by adrenal insufficiency which may be ______.
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) is characterized by adrenal insufficiency which may be ______.
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Galactosemia (GAL) is a condition in which the body is unable to metabolize the simple sugar ______.
Galactosemia (GAL) is a condition in which the body is unable to metabolize the simple sugar ______.
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Phenylketinuria (PKU) is an inherited disorder that causes an amino acid called phenylalanine to build up in the blood. It is caused by a defect in the gene that helps create the ______ needed to break down phenylalanine.
Phenylketinuria (PKU) is an inherited disorder that causes an amino acid called phenylalanine to build up in the blood. It is caused by a defect in the gene that helps create the ______ needed to break down phenylalanine.
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