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Tests for New Born
Hi
My daughter was born on 1st Dec 2020 and till now she hasn't been screened for any anomaly. Meaning, no tests are conducted.
I plan to go for following tests proactively:
G6PD
Thalesemia
Sickle cell Anemia
Phenylketonurea
Galactosemia
S. Bilirubin
Phenylalanine
Cystic Fibrosis
17-Hydroxy progesterone
Biotinidase
I want to know if I am already late to get these tests done? Some people told me that these tests shall be conducted within 48-72 hours of baby birth.
Would it be fine if I still go for these tests?
Last question, please let me know if any of the above test is not important or if I missed any crucial test?
Thanks
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What is the reason for your thinking of these tests ? If you have family history a systematic plan can be decided for you which may have even other tests than what you are thinking of. So be specific please .
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If you want to go for screening test then you should do metabolic screening profile...
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consult your pediatrician
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Dr. Lokanadha Reddy
Pediatrician
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
These tests may be suggested as a part of New born screening. It can be done anytime before discharge ideally. Do TSH or Thyroid profile also along with them.
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi,
You need to do the test at 72 hrs or at the earliest now.
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You have Left out Thyroid test. This is very important. Get a hearing assessment too.
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