Disease - Alkaptonuria
Definition
An autosomal recessive error of metabolism characterized by an increase in the level of homogentisic acid. The clinical manifestations are urine that turns dark on standing and alkalinization, black ochronotic pigmentation of cartilage and collagenous tissues, and spine arthritis.
Acronym
AKU
Synonyms
Homogentisic acid oxidase deficiency
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