About The Medical Condition Alkaptonuria

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Alkaptonuria

Alkaptonuria Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Alkaptonuria Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Alkaptonuria?

An inborn error of amino acid metabolism resulting from a defect in the enzyme homogentisate 1,2-dioxygenase and causing an accumulation of homogentisic acid in the urine. The condition is characterized by ochronosis in various tissues and arthritis.

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