Condition
PKU medical abbreviation
PKU means "phenylketonuria".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for PKU), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What PKU means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| phenylketonuria | None | Charting, Problem lists |
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What does PKU mean in medical terms?
PKU means "phenylketonuria".
Where is PKU used?
PKU shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is PKU on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. PKU is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.