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Blue Diaper Syndrome

Definition

Evaluation

Treatment

Underlying Cause

Blue Diaper Syndrome Evaluation

The evaluation of blue diaper syndrome begins with a history and physical examination. There are usually no abnormal physical findings except for blue urine.

Urine testing will reveal the abnormal presence of the specific amino acid.

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Change in urine color
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Last Updated: Sep 17, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Blue Diaper Syndrome References:

Libit SA, Ulstrom RA, Doeden D. Fecal pseudomonas aeruginosa as a cause of the blue diaper syndrome. J Pediatr. 1972 Sep;81(3):546-7.