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The newborn disease screening is generally conducted at local maternal and child health care institutions or third-grade hospitals. It usually takes place three days after the baby is born, collecting heel blood for testing. The screening projects include phenylketonuria and congenital hypothyroidism, as well as hearing screening. Results are usually available within a month. If there are any issues, parents will be notified by phone. Regular follow-ups are necessary to ensure early diagnosis and treatment.
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Newborn disease screening is typically performed three days after the baby’s birth, through the collection of heel blood for testing. The screening projects include phenylketonuria, congenital hypothyroidism, and hearing screening. Results are generally available within a month, and any abnormalities will be notified to parents by phone. Regular follow-ups are necessary to ensure early diagnosis and treatment.