The PKU test is another common procedure performed by obtaining a newborn blood sample via heel stick to screen the baby for Phenylketonuria (PKU) and other metabolic disorders. All states currently screen for PKU, hypothyroidism and galactosemia and some screen for sickle cell anemia and congenita...
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3.2. Newborn Screening and Phenylalanine (Phe) Monitoring Regarding NBS, all countries but one (Dominican Republic) had a national NBS program, the most recent one being in Colombia (2019). When inquired on the Phe cutoff level used to start dietary treatment, 13/22 centers (59%) responded...