The PKU test was positive and the physician diagnosed the infant with PKU. Ms. Newby states, "If the protein is only in milk products, it should not be too hard to watch the diet."
"Except for fats and sugars, there is some protein in all foods. Some of that protein is phenylalanine, so the diet will need to be carefully planned for a growing infant and child."
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