Test Code | NBS004 |
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Test Summary | Newborn Screening is a process where infants arescreened shortly after birth for a list of conditions thatare treatable, but are often not seen at birth.This panel screens for TSH, 17OHP, G6PD, IRT, TGAL, Biotinidase, Phenylalanine |
Turn Around Time | 3 days |
Acceptable Sample Types | Dried Blood Spots |
NY Approved | No |
Accreditations | CAP , ISO 15189 (NABL) |
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An NBS test looks for developmental, genetic, and metabolic disorders in the newborn and allows timely management of the condition before the development or progression of the symptoms/disorder.
Screening is not a confirmatory diagnosis and requires further investigations which can be done by genetic testing.
Collection Container(s) | Dried blood spot card |
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Collection | Follow kit instructions. Briefly, allow blood to saturate the card until indicated areas are filled and blood has soaked through the card. Air dry the card at ambient temperature for at least 3 hours.
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Sample Condition | Follow the instructions provided with the collection set. Store the dried blood at ambient temperature for up to two days. If the specimen cannot be sent as soon as it is dry, the filter paper should be placed in a sealable plastic bag and stored in a refrigerator (≤ 8°C) or preferably in a freezer. |
Shipping | Follow kit instructions. Double bag and ship overnight at ambient temperature. |