Identify the disorder that is characterized by high levels of the amino acid phenylalanine present in the blood and can lead to mental retardation and poor growth.
A. hemochromatosis
B. galactosemia
C. diabetes
D. hypertension
E. phenylketonuria
Answer: E
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