Newborn screening for treatable genetic conditions: past, present and future.
Newborn screening is a complex public health program that has been very successful at significantly reducing infant morbidity and mortality from specific genetic conditions. As this program continues to expand, the role of the obstetrician as patient educator has become increasingly important. The need and desire for prenatal education about newborn screening has been demonstrated, and obstetricians are in the prime position to satisfy this vital role.
Hiraki
Susan
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Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University, 722 West 168 Street, New York, NY 10032, USA.
Green
Nancy S
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D030342:Genetic Diseases, Inborn / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000235:genetics*; D005820:Genetic Testing / Q000379:methods / Q000639:trends; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008659:Metabolic Diseases / Q000235:genetics*; D015997:Neonatal Screening / Q000379:methods / Q000639:trends; D009774:Obstetrics