PHENYLKETONURIAS

This study looked at whether a special medical food called Express Plus is acceptable to children and adults with certain inherited metabolic disorders (like PKU). 28 participants tried the product for 28 days. Researchers checked how well people stuck with it, how it tasted, and…

This study tested a new protein substitute called PKU GOLIKE in 16 children with PKU, a condition where the body can't process an amino acid called phenylalanine. For one week, children took PKU GOLIKE as their last protein drink of the day, and for another week they took a stand…

This study looked at how well people with phenylketonuria (PKU) tolerate a new protein substitute called PKU Sphere™. Thirteen participants gradually added PKU Sphere to their diet over up to 16 weeks, then continued for 4 more weeks while researchers tracked their blood amino ac…

This study tested a special medical food called PKU explore in 7 infants with phenylketonuria (PKU) aged 6 months to 3 years. The goal was to see if babies would accept the taste and texture, tolerate it without stomach issues, and keep their blood phe levels in a safe range. The…

This study tested a new device called PheCheck that measures phenylalanine levels from a finger-prick blood sample in people with PKU. The goal was to see if the device is as accurate as the standard lab test and easy for people to use at home. Thirty participants aged 10 and old…

This small study looked at how lowering phenylalanine levels with Palynziq affects the brain and thinking skills in 6 adults with PKU. Researchers used brain scans and cognitive tests to measure changes. The goal was to understand improvements, not to test the drug itself.