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 is a group of health problems that can lead to heart disease and diabetes. Learn what may help.
Metabolic syndrome is a group of separate health problems that often happen together in a person.
The comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) blood test checks protein, sugar, liver and kidney health, and fluid balance.
The basic metabolic panel (BMP) blood test checks blood sugar, kidney health, and fluid balance.
This section has information on health problems that are passed down through families.
Learn about conditions that can be caused by changes in our genes.
Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is a rare metabolic disorder that some babies are born with.
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.
Learn about metabolic conditions and conditions that can affect fluid and electrolyte levels in the blood.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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