A newborn baby, Alex, shows abnormal results on a routine newborn screening test. The baby appears healthy but the test results indicate possible concerns regarding carbohydrate metabolism. Screening Results: • Elevated levels of galactitol in urine. Family History: No known familial diseases. Parents are non- consanguineous and healthy. Question: Given the screening results, hypothesize a metabolic condition that could explain the elevation of galactitol in Alex's urine. Describe the biochemical pathway affected, potential long- term complications, and management strategies for the diagnosed condition.

A newborn baby, Alex, shows abnormal results on a routine newborn screening test. The baby appears healthy but the test results indicate possible concerns regarding carbohydrate metabolism. Screening Results: • Elevated levels of galactitol in urine. Family History: No known familial diseases. Parents are non- consanguineous and healthy. Question: Given the screening results, hypothesize a metabolic condition that could explain the elevation of galactitol in Alex's urine. Describe the biochemical pathway affected, potential long- term complications, and management strategies for the diagnosed condition.

Nutrition Through The Life Cycle

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337919333

Author:Brown, Judith E.

Publisher:Brown, Judith E.

Chapter2: Preconception Nutrition

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 17RQ: ________ Although the incidence of neural tube defects in the United States declined post-folic acid...

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