An Unseen Threat:
Look out for hyperammonemia
It can strike at any age.
Delayed diagnosis of hyperammonemia, regardless of cause, can lead to neurological damage or DEATH.
IDENTIFY signs and symptoms that may indicate an undiagnosed metabolic disorder
CHECK ammonia levels immediately
EMERGENCY! Call a metabolic geneticist!
Hyperammonemia is a medical emergency.
The challenge is early detection.
Delayed diagnosis or treatment of hyperammonemia, regardless of cause,
can lead to neurological damage and potentially a fatal outcome.1
Act quickly to identify
hyperammonemia
Early detection of hyperammonemia is critical to prevent possible neurological damage and death. Recognize the signs and symptoms of hyperammonemia.
Check ammonia levels
Checking for high ammonia levels requires a proper blood draw for accurate analysis. Find out when, why, and how to test for ammonia.
Call a metabolic geneticist
High ammonia levels may be a result of a rare metabolic disorder. A metabolic geneticist can help determine the underlying cause.
Reference:
1. Auron A, Brophy PD. Hyperammonemia in review: Pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Pediatr Nephrol 2012;27:207-222.