Pku--Preventable Mental Retardation

Duration: 14

Year Published: 1961

Creator: International Film Bureau

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: Sound

Description: Studies the cause and treatment of PKU and the necessity of early detection in achievement of satisfactory recovery from this metabolic form of preventable mental retardation. Uses actual case histories to illustrate the complete recovery possible with early detection. Recommends a ferric chloride diaper test for all babies between the ages of four and six weeks.

Metadata Source:Educational film guide. Supplements (1959-62)


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