In the treatment of phenylketonuria, what approach is taken in regard to the amino acid phenylalanine?
a. A medication is provided to remove phenylalanine from the patient's system.
b. Phenylalanine is supplemented in the diet.
c. Phenylalanine is restricted in the diet.
d. Phenylalanine is replaced with an alternative amino acid in the diet.
c
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