Question

phenylketonuria is a genetic change in which cells options :( heart , skin , liver, lungs .)


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Answer 1

Phenylketonuria can affect the cells of the Skin.

Explanation:

• In this disease, the concentration of the amino acid called phenylalanine increases in the body beyond normal.
• This is because the enzyme responsible breaking down the amino acid phenylalanine is defective.
• The patients are abnormally fair and have blue eyes.
• This is because skin pigmentation is caused by the protein pigment called Melanin which is produced by the breakdown of phenylalanine.
• Due to absence of phenylalanine breakdown, no melanin is produced, hence, the skin lacks any pigmentation.

Answer 2

Answer:

phenylketonuria is a genetic change in skin cells

Explanation: