Lena's 4-year-old son isn't feeling well. He lacks much interest in playing, he's lost weight, his breath has a strange odor, and he seems to be thirsty all the time. Based on this information, Lena should
A. have her son tested for metabolic syndrome.
B. increase her son's intake of phenylalanine.
C. decrease her son's intake of dietary fiber.
D. have her son tested for type 1 diabetes.
Answer: D
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