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  • Metabolism for Teens


    Your body gets the energy it needs from food through a process called metabolism. Get all the facts on metabolism in this article.

  • Metabolic Syndrome for Parents


    Metabolic syndrome is a group of health problems that can lead to heart disease and diabetes. Learn what may help.

  • A to Z: Metabolic Syndrome for Parents


    Metabolic syndrome is a group of separate health problems that often happen together in a person.

  • Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) Blood Test for Parents


    The comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) blood test checks protein, sugar, liver and kidney health, and fluid balance.

  • Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) Blood Test for Parents


    The basic metabolic panel (BMP) blood test checks blood sugar, kidney health, and fluid balance.

  • Phenylketonuria (PKU) for Parents


    Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a metabolic disorder caused by a defect in the enzyme that breaks down an amino acid. PKU is treatable when it is found early.

  • Maple Syrup Urine Disease for Parents


    Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is a rare metabolic disorder that some babies are born with.

  • Newborn Screening Tests for Parents


    Newborn screening tests look for health conditions that aren't apparent at birth. Find out which tests are done.

  • Thyroid Disease for Parents


    The thyroid gland makes the hormones that help control metabolism and growth. A thyroid that isn't working properly can cause thyroid disease.

  • Sanfilippo Syndrome for Parents


    Sanfilippo syndrome is a rare condition in which the body can't break down certain carbohydrates (sugars) in the blood, leading to serious problems in the brain and nervous system.