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The Spectrum of Mutations of Homocystinuria in the MENA Region.
Genes - 20 Mar 2020
Al-Sadeq Duaa W, Nasrallah Gheyath K
Abstract excerpt
Homocystinuria is an inborn error of metabolism due to the deficiency in cystathionine beta-synthase (CBS) enzyme activity. It leads to the elevation of both homocysteine and methionine levels in the blood and urine. Consequently, this build-up could lead to several complications such as nearsightedness, dislocated eye lenses, a variety of psychiatric and behavioral disorders, as well as vascular system...
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