What is propionic acidemia?
Propionic acidemia is an inherited disorder in which the body is unable to process certain parts of proteins and lipids (fats) properly. It is classified as an organic acid disorder, which is a condition that leads to an abnormal buildup of particular acids known as organic acids.
What are the two major forms of propionic acidemia?
Propionic acidemia and propionyl-CoA carboxylase deficiency are the two most common terms used to describe the condition.
Is there a cure for propionic acidemia?
PA is caused by deficiency in either the alpha or beta subunits of the mitochondrial enzyme propionyl-CoA carboxylase encoded by the PCCA and PCCB genes. Since there is currently no cure for PA, this project is testing gene therapy to correct this disease using adenoviral and adeno-associated virus vectors.
What is the ICD 10 diagnosis code for family history of thyroid disease?
Family history of other endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases. Z83. 49 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What is PA illness?
Propionic acidemia (PA) is a genetic condition in which the body cannot process certain proteins and fats. It is caused by a mutation (change) in an enzyme called propionyl CoA carboxylase. Learn a care plan if your child with PA gets sick. If you need to go to the emergency room, take this with you.
What is isovaleric acidemia?
Isovaleric acidemia is a rare disorder in which the body is unable to properly break down a particular protein building block (amino acid ). The condition is classified as an organic acid disorder, which is a condition that leads to an abnormal buildup of particular acids known as organic acids.
What causes MMA?
Methylmalonic acidemia (MMA) is an inherited condition caused by a faulty gene. Children with MMA lack a protein that the body needs to break down fats and cholesterol inside cells. As a result, these substances build up in cells, causing damage to the brain, liver, kidneys, and other organs that gets worse over time.
What medical condition is PA?
What is the ICD-10 code for history of thyroid?
2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Z85. 850: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid.