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What Does BTD Mean in Medical Terms? Decoding a Common Acronym

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According to a review published in *Nature*, Biotinidase Deficiency (BTD) is a rare inherited metabolic disorder that affects roughly 1 in 60,000 newborns and can be prevented with early detection and treatment. In healthcare, the acronym **BTD** is not always related to this specific genetic condition, as its meaning is entirely dependent on the context in which it is used.