Interpret diet prescription Explain diet record forms Complete PKU Registry Form Follow-up weekly serum phe and tyrosine until stable. Continues diet therapy, monitoring serum phe and tyro. If the blood level is stable draw the blood monthly, if the blood level is not stable re-test until under control. Continue therapy, monitoring serum phe and tyro. Parent mails 3 day diet records and growth measurements to nutritionist If the blood level is stable draw the blood monthly, if blood level is not stable re-test until under control.
Medical consultation is available by referral.
The Evaluation and Diagnostic Centers in Texas specialize in metabolic disorders and accept refferals of PKU patients for metabolic evaluation and follow-up care. Because of the complicated nature of controlling a PKU diet, TDH strongly recommends referral in all cases. Direct nutritional care for the patient is usually provided by the metabolic center. This service includes regular monitoring of the diet prescription and conferences with parents. Biochemical monitoring of serum phynylalanine and tyrosine is available through the Bureau of Laboratories, Texas Department of Health.