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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.

  • Blood Test: Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) for Parents


    A basic metabolic panel (BMP), commonly ordered as part of routine medical exam, is a set of blood tests that gives information about sugar (glucose) and calcium levels, kidney function, and electrolyte and fluid balance.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Endocrine System for Teens


    The endocrine system influences almost every cell, organ, and function of our bodies. It is instrumental in regulating mood, growth and development, metabolism, and sexual function, among other things.

  • 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.