Glossary - | Amino acid disorders (AA) | ||
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These are a group of rare inherited conditions. People with amino acid disorders cannot digest particular amino acids - the building blocks of protein. These amino acids, along with other toxic substances, build up in the body. This can cause serious effects on health, growth, and learning. | ![]() |