Urine Screening for Metabolic Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Most of the tryptophan that enters the intestine is either reabsorbed or is converted to ____ by intestinal bacteria and excreted in the feces.
A
Indole
2
Q
What is the normal daily excretion of 5-HIAA?
A
2-8 mg
3
Q
In Hurler syndrome, mucopolysaccharides accumulate in the ____.
A
Cornea of the eye
4
Q
What are the most frequently used screening tests for mucopolysaccharide disoders?
A
Acid-albumin Cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB)
5
Q
What is the term for increased urinary sugar?
A
Melituria
