An inherited disorder in which the body is unable to break down a certain amino acid called leucine. People with this disorder either lack of have a poorly working enzyme that helps break down leucine. When someone with 3-MCC eats food containing leucine, it can’t be used and it and other harmful substances can build up in the blood and cause problems.
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