Question
The newborn underwent a disease screening 72 hours after birth, and the results showed a positive for hypothyroidism 20 days later. How accurate is the accuracy rate of this test done at birth? The follow-up seems daunting!
Answer
Hello. I’m glad to help you with that. Generally, a fetus’s development can be affected at home. Infants may also have poor development and low birth weight. If development is normal, it is recommended to review the guidance: the test results are still relatively accurate. However, there can be exceptions. Therefore, it’s best to review again. If there are still abnormalities during the review, early intervention and treatment can still better avoid delays in the baby’s condition.