Multiple choice

The disease called phenylketonuria is caused by a defect in phenylalanine tyrosine metabolism. This is an example of

  1. acquired disease

  2. congenital disease

  3. communicable disease

  4. degenerative disease

  5. non-communicable disease

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The disease called phenylketonuria is caused by a defect in phenylalanine tyrosine metabolism. This is an example of congenital disease. Congenital disorder is present at birth.