Question
I don’t know what’s going on, but my child has been acting up and crying constantly lately. We’ve gone to the hospital and had checks done, but nothing has helped. What testing methods are used for newborn phenylketonuria screening?
Answer
The newborn phenylketonuria screening generally requires a venous blood test to carefully check the blood, and if the child’s growth and development are not normal, it is usually due to more blood-related diseases. The specifics should be determined based on the results. It is recommended not to have too much psychological pressure. If there were no oral medications or other discomforts during pregnancy, there should be no major issues. It’s important to pay close attention and observe the child carefully for any other discomforts.