What is another word for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːnɪθˌa͡ɪn tɹanskˈɑːbɐmˌɪle͡ɪs dɪfˈɪʃənsi] (IPA) 
Ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency, also known as OTC deficiency, is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to break down ammonia. Some synonyms for OTC deficiency include hyperammonemic encephalopathy due to OTC deficiency, ornithine carbamoyl transferase deficiency, and carbamoyl phosphate synthetase deficiency.
In addition, OTC deficiency can also be referred to as a urea cycle disorder, as it affects the body's ability to convert ammonia into urea for excretion. Symptoms of OTC deficiency include vomiting, lethargy, and seizures and it can be diagnosed through genetic testing or blood tests to measure ammonia levels. Treatment for OTC deficiency typically involves a low-protein diet and medication to control ammonia levels.
