Comprehensive Newborn Screening | Lahalak Platform
A vital preventative step to detect dozens of rare genetic and metabolic disorders early, ensuring rapid medical intervention to protect your child from permanent disabilities and secure their future.
Scientific name: Comprehensive Newborn Screening
A mass screening program for newborns, conducted by analyzing a drop of blood taken from the baby's heel 24-72 hours after birth. It uses advanced techniques such as tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS) and immunological tests for the early detection of a wide range of congenital disorders, including metabolic disorders (such as PKU, fatty acid oxidati...
Service type
Newborn Preventive Screening
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A blood sample was taken from the newborn's heel onto a special filter card.
- Sample analysis using tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS) and other immunoassays.
- The sample was tested to detect 40-50 common metabolic and genetic diseases (according to the state program).
- Consultation on interpreting results and immediate referral to a metabolic and pediatric specialist when needed.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- توقيت العينة: بعد 24 ساعة على الأقل من بدء الرضاعة الطبيعية أو الصناعية، لضمان استقرار عملية الأيض لدى الطفل.
- طريقة أخذ العينة: يجب تعقيم كعب الطفل وتثقيبه بعمق مناسب للحصول على قطرات دم كافية تنقع في الدوائر المخصصة على البطاقة. سوء جمع العينة قد يؤدي إلى نتائج غير دقيقة.
- معلومات الوالدين: تزويد المختبر بمعلومات اتصال دقيقة وصحيحة للوالدين للتواصل السريع في حال الحاجة.
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