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Essential fructosuria
Introduction
Essential Fructosuria
Overview
Overview
Essential fructosuria is the condition caused by a deficiency in hepatic fructokinase, leading to fructose being excreted in the urine. It is a less severe condition than hereditary fructose intolerance.
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