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Biotinidase Deficiency

Biotinidase Deficiency

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Biotinidase Deficiency: Understanding the Condition, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Introduction Biotinidase deficiency is a rare but potentially serious genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to process the B vitamin biotin. Biotinidase is an enzyme that helps release biotin from proteins in food so it can be used by the body. When this enzyme is…