Newborn Screening for Metabolic Disorders

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What is the purpose of early detection of metabolic or genetic diseases in newborns?

  • To conduct genetic counseling
  • To ensure timely vaccinations
  • To promptly initiate medical treatment (correct)
  • To enforce dietary restrictions

Which of these metabolic disorders is NOT mentioned in the provided content?

  • Congenital hypothyroidism (CH)
  • Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) (correct)
  • Phenylketonuria (PKU)
  • Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)

When should newborn screening be ideally performed?

  • Immediately after the baby is born
  • Before the baby is one month old
  • Within 48 hours or at least 24 hours from birth (correct)
  • Within the first week of birth

What method is used for newborn screening according to the text?

<p>Heel prick method (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes congenital hypothyroidism?

<p>Reduced production of both T4 and T3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main method for detecting glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD) in newborns?

<p>Heel prick method (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which metabolic disorder involves the inability to metabolize galactose properly?

<p>Galactosemia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gland is affected in congenital hypothyroidism?

<p>Thyroid gland (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern if a newborn is not screened for metabolic disorders in time?

<p>Potential metabolic crises (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum drying time mentioned for the absorbent card used in the heel prick method?

<p>Four hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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