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Table 23.3

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   Inborn errors of amino acid metabolism

DiseaseEnzyme deficiencySymptoms
CitrullinemaArginosuccinate lyaseLethergy, siezures, reduced muscle tension
TyrosinemiaVarious enzymes of tyrosine degradationWeakness, self-mutilation, liver damage, mental retardation
AlbinismTyrosinaseAbsence of pigmentation
HomocystinuriaCystathionine β-synthaseScoliosis, muscle weakness, mental retardation, thin blond hair
Hyperlysinemiaα-Aminoadipic semialdehyde dehydrogenaseSeizures, mental retardation, lack of muscle tone, ataxia