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Pediatrics Inborn Errors of Metabolism 10e919cc

Which of the following is false about alkaptonuria?

A
Genitourinary system not involved
B
Homogentisic acid oxidase deficiency
C
Black urine
D
Calcification in vertebral bodies
High-Yield Explanation
a. Genitourinary system not involved(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 636-642, Ghai 8/e p 653-655)Genitourinary system is also involved in Alkaptonuria, as this enzyme is expressed only in liver and kidneys; darkening of urine on standing is an important feature of Alkaptonuria.

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