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Number of red blood cells in the blood

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Red blood cell disorders

Measures: Number of red blood cells in the blood

Identifies: Red blood cell disorders

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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

The report for the Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test can be obtained within 7-10 business days from the date of the test.

What are the prerequisites for the test Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test

  • Age: The test is suitable for infants aged 0-6 months
  • Weight: The infant must weigh between 2.5-5 kg
  • Health Status: The infant should be healthy and not suffering from any acute illnesses
  • Feeding: The infant should have been fed within 2 hours prior to the test
  • Parental Consent: Consent from the infant's parent or guardian is required for the test to be conducted

What are the measure values for the test Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test

  • Condition 1: Phenylketonuria (PKU) - Measure value: Blood phenylalanine level
  • Condition 2: Congenital Hypothyroidism - Measure value: Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) level
  • Condition 3: Galactosemia - Measure value: Galactose-1-phosphate uridyl transferase (GALT) enzyme activity
  • Condition 4: Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) - Measure value: 17-hydroxyprogesterone level
  • Condition 5: Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD) - Measure value: Branched-chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine, and valine) levels

What does this test Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test identify?

Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test

The Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test is designed to identify five common conditions that can affect infants. These include:

  1. Jaundice: This condition causes yellowing of the skin and eyes due to excess bilirubin in the blood. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications.
  2. Hearing Loss: Early detection of hearing loss is crucial for language development and overall communication skills in infants.
  3. Congenital Heart Defects: These are structural problems with the heart that are present at birth and can affect the baby's overall health and development.
  4. Cystic Fibrosis: This is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system. Early detection and treatment can improve outcomes for infants with cystic fibrosis.
  5. Sickle Cell Disease: This is an inherited blood disorder that can cause serious complications if not detected and managed early on.

Why is this test Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test taken?

The Baby Screen- Basic 5 Conditions Test is taken to screen newborn babies for five common genetic disorders that may not be apparent at birth but can have serious health consequences if left untreated. These conditions include:

  • Phenylketonuria (PKU)
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Galactosemia
  • Sickle cell anemia
  • Maple syrup urine disease

Early detection and treatment of these conditions can prevent serious health problems and developmental delays in affected babies. The test is typically performed within a few days of birth and involves a simple blood sample taken from the baby's heel.

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