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Urea Cycle Disorders

A urea cycle disorder is a genetic condition which elevates the blood ammonia concentration above the normal level.

Nanomachines Propelled by Urea Take Aim at Tumors

Nanomachines Propelled by Urea Take Aim at Tumors

Research on mice unveils nanomachines as a promising strategy for combating bladder cancer.

Cellular Model of a Rare Genetic Condition Created

Cellular Model of a Rare Genetic Condition Created

Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) is a rare hereditary condition that affects one in every 217,000 people worldwide and typically strikes patients at an early age, said scientists.

Elevated Urea Levels Linked to Huntington's Disease

Elevated Urea Levels Linked to Huntington's Disease

Impaired urea metabolism causes neurological impairment and could initiate neuro-degeneration and the symptoms of Huntington’s disease.

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Adulterating Milk With Urea is Now a Non-bailable Offence in India

Adulterating Milk With Urea is Now a Non-bailable Offence in India

The Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 2006, allows police to take action on anyone associated with food adulteration, whether its shop or establishment.

MRI Technique may Help Detect Genetic Condition That Leads to Heart Problems

MRI Technique may Help Detect Genetic Condition That Leads to Heart Problems

Researchers at University of Alberta have developed a new technique of MRI scanning that can be used in detecting a genetic condition.

Rare Genetic Condition Robs Twins of Vision

Rare Genetic Condition Robs Twins of Vision

In a rare case, a set of twin brothers have lost their vision within months of each other after suffering from a rare genetic disorder.

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Toxicity Linked to High Urea Levels in Chronic Kidney Failure

Toxicity Linked to High Urea Levels in Chronic Kidney Failure

Elevated levels of urea, which is the byproduct of protein breakdown that is excreted in the urine, in patients with end-stage kidney failure are not thought to be particularly toxic.

Screening for Cholesterol Genetic Condition Planned in Wales

Screening for Cholesterol Genetic Condition Planned in Wales

A massive province-wise screening is being planned in Wales, UK to to identify people at risk of a genetic condition which causes high cholesterol.

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