Hyperprolinemia type 1

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Hyperprolinemia type 1

Synonyms: Proline oxidase deficiency

A rare disorder of proline metabolism characterized biochemically by markedly elevated levels of proline in plasma and urine due to deficiency of proline oxidase. The reported clinical phenotype ranges from asymptomatic to variable neurologic and psychiatric manifestations (including global developmental delay seizures autistic features and hyperactivity).

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Advocacy Organizations

FamilieSCN2A Foundation

We are an organization created by parents of children diagnosed with rare forms of Epilepsy and Autism as a result of a change in the SCN2A gene. Our vision is to find effective treatments and a cure for SCN2A related disorders. Our mission is to improve the lives of those affected by SCN2A related disorders through research, public awareness, family support and patient advocacy.

Mississippi Metabolics Foundation

Mississippi Metabolics Foundation (MMF) was founded to raise awareness, educate, and provide support to those living or caring for someone with genetic metabolic disorders/inborn errors of metabolism (IEM).

Clinical Trials

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