Question
Does newborn disease screening check for PKU?
Answer
If the initial screening results of newborn disease screening show abnormalities, it is recommended to conduct a blood test immediately for reconfirmation. Since PKU is a genetic disease, early detection and treatment can prevent intellectual disability and neural damage. If suspicious symptoms arise, seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly to avoid delaying the condition and causing irreversible harm to the child’s intelligence and nervous system. Parents should closely monitor their child’s condition and seek timely treatment to avoid severe damage to the child from hereditary metabolic diseases.