Question
Does an abnormal newborn screening result always indicate a problem? Can I take my baby to the hospital for a review now, at 24 days old, or should I wait until 42 days?
Answer
Hello, this parent. An abnormal newborn screening result may be caused by congenital developmental issues or could be due to errors in the screening program. When the screening result is positive, it should be reviewed promptly. If confirmed as a disease, early intervention is necessary to avoid missing the optimal treatment window. I suggest you have a detailed discussion with your doctor after your child’s screening result shows abnormalities.