Term info
database cross reference
- MSH:C535315
- UMLS:C1848680
comment
4-Hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase participates in the tyrosine catabolic pathway by catalyzing the conversion of 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate to homogentisate. A deficiency in this enzyme can result in 4-Hydroxyphenylacetic aciduria.
definition
Increased concentration of 4-hydroxyphenylacetic acid in the urine.
id
HP:0003607