Question
A two-month-old baby had an amino acid and acylcarnitine screening at a women’s and children’s hospital in Fuyang City on August 29. The methionine level was low and needed to be rechecked. The follow-up report on September 19 showed that the methionine level was normal, but the propionylcarnitine C3 value was elevated, at 11.46. If there are no symptoms and the change is not significant, how should it be handled?
Answer
If the propionylcarnitine C3 value is elevated but the change is not significant and there are no symptoms, it is recommended to have another recheck for confirmation. If it is the disease, special dietary treatment may be required.