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Editorial
. 2013 May;162(5):893-4.
doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2012.11.079. Epub 2013 Jan 11.

Is melatonin synthesis a new biomarker for the pathogenesis and treatment of phenylketonuria?

Stephen Cederbaum, Harvey L Levy
Editorial

Is melatonin synthesis a new biomarker for the pathogenesis and treatment of phenylketonuria?

Stephen Cederbaum et al. J Pediatr. 2013 May.
No abstract available

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Conflict of interest statement

S.C. has served as a consultant to Biomarin, a company that produces Kuvan for the treatment of some patients with phenylketonuria. All proceeds from this consultancy have been given to philanthropic causes. H.L. declares no conflicts of interest.

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