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Alkaptonuria

Description:

Alkaptonuria is a rare genetic metabolic disorder characterized by the body's inability to properly break down an amino acid called tyrosine. This condition leads to the accumulation of homogentisic acid in the body, which can cause various health problems.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A hereditary condition that results in a lack of an enzyme needed to metabolize homogentisic acid, leading to its accumulation in connective tissues and causing various symptoms.

Example Sentence: Individuals with alkaptonuria may experience dark urine and a gradual bluish-black discoloration of ear cartilage.

Sense 2 (Noun):

The excretion or presence of homogentisic acid in urine due to alkaptonuria.

Example Sentence: A urine test confirmed the presence of alkaptonuria in the patient.

Sense 3 (Adjective):

Relating to alkaptonuria or its symptoms.

Example Sentence: The patient visited a specialist to study the alkaptonuria-related joint issues.

Sense 4 (Adjective):

Commonly known or associated with alkaptonuria within a specific region or group of people.

Example Sentence: The local community organized an awareness campaign to educate about alkaptonuria.