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Galactosemia By: Mahum Farooqui
Picture of Chromosome Location of galactosemia gene
All About It ,[object Object]
The exact name for this gene is Classical Galactosemia.
The protein that is coded for by this gene is called GALT (galactose-1-phosphate uridylyltransferase).,[object Object]
Treatment ,[object Object]
Infants will need to be fed with food that is lactose free such as soy formula, meat-base formula, or Nutramigen (a protein hydrolysate formula)
There is no definite cure for Galactosemia, the condition is life long and it can only be controlled. Doctors advise a calcium supplement for patients with Galactosemia as Milk is an important source of calcium for a growing child.,[object Object]
This disorder won’t affect lifestyle that much; it’s only the avoidance of milk products that has influence on one’s life.

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