18 Questions
What is the primary purpose of newborn screening?
To identify potential health conditions early on
Which country has been conducting newborn screening as an integral part of routine care for five decades?
United States
What percentage of babies in the United States undergo newborn screening annually?
100%
Which act in the Philippines emphasizes a comprehensive policy and national system for ensuring newborn screening?
Newborn Screening Act of 2004
How soon after birth should children typically undergo newborn screening?
Within 48 hours
Which procedure is NOT part of a typical newborn screening process?
Blood transfusion
What is the purpose of newborn screening?
To detect and treat common disorders in newborns
Why is it recommended to screen newborns on time?
To ensure that early treatment can be provided if needed
When should samples be collected in the UK for premature infants with a birth weight less than 1.5 kg?
At 48 hours and again at 1 month of age
What legislation integrated newborn screening into the public health delivery system in the Philippines?
Republic Act 9288 - Newborn Screening Act of 2004
What is the primary goal of newborn screening according to the text?
Prevent death and disability by providing early treatment
How soon after birth should newborns ideally be tested according to the text?
Within 24 hours until the 3rd day of life
What is the best site for collecting blood for newborn screening?
Side of the heel (lateral)
Who was the individual behind the development of the Guthrie test for newborn metabolic screening?
Dr. Robert Guthrie
What is the purpose of stopping the action of beta-2thienylalanine in newborn screening?
Inhibit bacterial growth
What is the consequence of hitting the bone during blood collection for newborn screening?
Risk of bone infection (Osteomyelitis)
Which step in the Newborn Screening flow of operations involves motivating parents?
Specimen Handling and Transportation
In what condition should a newborn's blood sample not be sent for screening?
Clotted or Layered
Learn about the significance and process of newborn screening, a successful public health initiative that helps detect treatable conditions in babies early on. Understand the specimen collection requirements for premature infants to ensure accurate screening results.
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