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A simple screening test for arginase deficiency (hyperargininemia)

E W Naylor, A P Orfanos, R Guthrie

    The Journal of Laboratory and Clinical Medicine
    |April 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    A new fluorescent spot test can quickly identify arginase deficiency (hyperargininemia). This simple assay detects the enzyme activity in dried blood, aiding in diagnosing this rare genetic disorder.

    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Medical Diagnostics
    • Enzyme Assays

    Background:

    • Arginase deficiency, also known as hyperargininemia, is a rare genetic disorder.
    • Accurate and accessible diagnostic methods are crucial for early identification and management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a simple, fluorescent spot screening test for identifying arginase deficiency.
    • To validate the assay's effectiveness in detecting the disorder in both animal models and human patients.

    Main Methods:

    • A fluorescent spot assay utilizing dried blood discs on filter paper.
    • The assay measures arginase activity by coupling arginine conversion to ornithine and urea with NAD-H oxidation.
    • Visual estimation of enzyme activity based on fluorescence changes.

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    Main Results:

    • Successfully identified heterozygous and homozygous arginase-deficient crabeater macaques (M. fascicularis).
    • Detected hyperargininemia in three human patients.
    • The assay demonstrated sensitivity in detecting enzyme deficiency.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed fluorescent spot test is a simple and effective screening tool for arginase deficiency.
    • This assay can be rapidly applied to screen large populations, including those with developmental disorders, to determine disease frequency.