An intellectual developmental disorder called ______ occurs when a particular liver enzyme does not function correctly.

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Phenylketonuria (PKU) is caused by a deficiency in the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase, which is essential for processing the amino acid phenylalanine. This leads to a buildup of phenylalanine in the body, which can have toxic effects on the developing brain, causing intellectual disability if not treated early.

An Intellectual Developmental Disorder Called ______ Occurs When a Particular