The plasma amino acids in the patient in the previous two questions reveal a marked elevation of leucine, isoleucine, and valine. The most likely diagnosis is

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The plasma amino acids in the patient in the previous two questions reveal a marked elevation of leucine, isoleucine, and valine. The most likely diagnosis is

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) causes elevated branched-chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine, valine).

Question 2 of 5

During acute metabolic decompensation, all of the following are appropriate therapy EXCEPT

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Albumin infusion is not standard for urea cycle defect crises; others help remove ammonia or provide energy.

Question 3 of 5

Matching: Disorder of peroxisomal import

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Zellweger syndrome involves peroxisomal import defects.

Question 4 of 5

The best diagnostic test for the patient in the previous question is

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Elevated VLCFAs confirm X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy.

Question 5 of 5

Matching: Lipidosis - Niemann-Pick

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Niemann-Pick primarily causes hepatosplenomegaly.

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