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Argininemia also called arginase deficiency is an autosomal recessive urea cycle disorder where a deficiency of the enzyme arginase causes a buildup of arginine and ammonia in the blood. Ammonia which is formed when proteins are broken down in the body is toxic if levels become too high. The nervous system is especially sensitive to the effects of excess ammonia.

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