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  2. Homocystinuria (HCU): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

    • Homocystinuria is a genetic disorder that causes a buildup of homocysteine in your blood and urine. Homocysteine is an amino acid. With this disorder, your body lacks an enzyme that it needs to break dow… See more

    Symptoms and Causes

    What are the symptoms of homocystinuria?
    The symptoms of homocystinuria vary based on which type you have. They typically develop during the first few years of life. But … See more

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    Diagnosis and Tests

    How is homocystinuria diagnosed?
    In the United States, the newborn screening test … See more

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    Management and Treatment

    How is homocystinuria treated?
    Homocystinuria treatment involves managing your symptoms by controlling the homocysteine levels in your blood. Treatment … See more

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    Prevention

    How can I prevent homocystinuria?
    You can’t prevent homocystinuria because it’s a genetic condition. If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the future, consider tal… See more

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    Outlook / Prognosis

    What is the life expectancy for homocystinuria?
    With early diagnosis and lifelong treatment, most children with homocystinuria can expect to li… See more

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  3. Resources and Information on HCU - HCU Network …

    What is HCU? The Homocystinurias are a group of inherited metabolic disorders leading to the build up of homocysteine and its metabolites in the blood and urine. Our Mission.

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  4. Homocystinuria: Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis

    Mar 31, 2017 · Homocystinuria is an inherited disorder that affects the metabolism of the amino acid methionine. It can cause various symptoms, such as eye problems, blood clots, osteoporosis, and developmental...

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  5. Homocystinuria: Video, Causes, & Meaning - Osmosis

    Homocystinuria is a genetic disorder that causes high levels of homocysteine in the body, leading to complications in connective tissue, muscles, brain, heart, and blood vessels. Learn about the types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and …

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  9. Homocystinuria diagnosis and management: it is not …

    This article reviews the biochemistry and differential diagnosis of homocystinuria, a group of inherited disorders of homocysteine metabolism. It also discusses the treatment options for each type of homocystinuria, such

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