drk1980
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1 wk old had poor feeding, vomiting, lethargy. Her older sister died at 10 months of age...Her ammonia level is high, Bicarbonate is 8, Ph 7.15?
choices:
a. Mitochondrial
b. Mucopolysacarridose
c. Organic Acid Met Disorder
d. Renal Tubular Acidosis
e X-linked leukodystrophy
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| Natasa
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Renal Tubular Acidosis.
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| skyhigh
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c?
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| Natasa
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Yes,you are right-I didn't read it carefully enough it is C
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| krsna
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a little explanation would be greatly appreciated!!
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| skyhigh
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high ammonium level indicates prerenal failure, and metabolic acid b/c of low bicarbonate levels, hence c
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