People with phenylketonuria have high levels of urinary

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Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a genetic disorder in which the body cannot properly process the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to the accumulation of phenylalanine and its byproduct, phenylpyruvic acid, in the urine. Therefore, people with PKU have high levels of urinary phenylpyruvic acid, making choice B the best answer. Choices A, C, D, and E are not correct as they are not specific to the condition of PKU.

People with Phenylketonuria Have High Levels of Urinary