Amino Acid & Organic Acid Disorders

A person has an organic acid disorder when their body cannot break down certain organic acids (chemicals) that the body makes during various functions. The buildup of these organic acids in the body can be toxic and requires treatment.

These guides are for parents of babies recently screened for the following types of amino acid or organic acid disorders. Resources may include, acute illness protocols, specific nutrition, and links for outside resources such as support groups and transition in care.

PKU (Phenylketonuria)
HCU (Homocystinuria)
MSUD (Maple Syrup Urine Disease)
Propionic Acidemia
Methylmalonic Acidemia
3-MCC (3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase deficiency)
3-HMG-CoA (3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA lyase deficiency)