BCH4024 072425 OC Su25 E3 Q15: A newborn girl appeared norma…
BCH4024 072425 OC Su25 E3 Q15: A newborn girl appeared normal at birth, but within 24 hours she developed lethargy, hypotonia, and apnea. Initial tests showed that she had low levels of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and elevated ammonia. A urea cycle defect was suspected, and further tests were performed. Which of the following laboratory findings would be most consistent with a defect in argininosuccinase?
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BCH4024 072425 OC Su25 E3 Q2: A 4-year-old boy is evaluated for developmental delay, aggressive behavior, and self-injurious actions such as biting his lips and fingers. His parents report that he has also had episodes of joint swelling and reddish-orange crystals in his diaper. Laboratory tests reveal markedly elevated serum uric acid levels. Genetic testing confirms a diagnosis of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome. Which of the following enzyme is most directly impaired in this patient?
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