Phenylketonuria (PKU)is a genetic disorder in which the individual cannot properly metabolize phenylalanine,which is a(n):

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Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a genetic disorder that occurs due to the deficiency of an enzyme called phenylalanine hydroxylase which is responsible for the conversion of phenylalanine into tyrosine. Phenylalanine is an amino acid found in protein-rich foods like meat, eggs, and dairy products. As a result of this enzyme deficiency, phenylalanine accumulates in the blood and brain leading to intellectual disability and other neurological problems. Therefore, the correct answer is B) amino acid.

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