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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.
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Metabolic Syndrome for Parents
Metabolic syndrome is a group of health problems that can lead to heart disease and diabetes. Learn what may help.
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A to Z: Metabolic Syndrome for Parents
Metabolic syndrome is a group of separate health problems that often happen together in a person.
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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.
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Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) Blood Test for Parents
The basic metabolic panel (BMP) blood test checks blood sugar, kidney health, and fluid balance.
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Genetic, Chromosomal & Metabolic Conditions for Teens
This section has information on health problems that are passed down through families.
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Genetic, Chromosomal & Metabolic Conditions for Parents
Learn about conditions that can be caused by changes in our genes.
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Maple Syrup Urine Disease for Parents
Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is a rare metabolic disorder that some babies are born with.
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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.
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A to Z: Hyposmolality for Parents
Learn about metabolic conditions and conditions that can affect fluid and electrolyte levels in the blood.
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