Paroxysmal Nocturnal Porphyrinuria

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Abstract
PORPHYRIA is a relatively uncommon metabolic disorder that has engaged the interest of many investigators. The protean manifestations have led to a classification of the various types as seen in clinical practice.1 , 2 We have recently observed a form of chronic porphyria characterized by the paroxysmal nocturnal nature of the porphyrinuria. Observations on the possible mechanism of these findings are presented along with the clinical and biochemical determinations.Case ReportR.G., a 43-year-old Negro, was admitted to the Nazareth Hospital on July 17, 1955, because of the voiding of "bloody urine" in the morning on arising. He had noticed this for . . .

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