Primary hyperoxaluria is an autosomal recessive disorder. A substance called oxalate is produced excessively and it later combines with calcium and forms calcium oxalate, the main component of kidney stones. There are three types of primary hyperoxaluria (PH I, II and III). It is treatable when recognized early (supplementation with vit. B6, lithotripsy or specialized treatment in severe stages).
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Continue to ShopUnderstanding your genetic makeup can provide valuable insight into your health and potential risks for your offspring. Results in this category describe whether you’re a carrier of rare diseases. These are very unlikely to affect you but being a carrier of a rare disease can pose a risk for your children, when both you and your partner are carriers. This knowledge can help you make informed decisions about your future, and potentially reduce the risk of passing on genetic conditions to the next generation
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