Newborn screening in Bursa

What is newborn Screening Tests (Heel Prick, Hearing, Hips)?

Newborn screening tests are population-based tests in healthy-looking babies to catch diseases whose serious effects can be prevented if diagnosed early. In the heel prick test, a few drops of blood from the baby's heel are soaked onto special paper and sent to the laboratory. Turkey's national programme screens for diseases such as phenylketonuria, congenital hypothyroidism, biotinidase deficiency and cystic fibrosis; because the programme can be expanded over time, ask your family doctor or check Ministry of Health sources for the current list. In the hearing screen, a painless measurement is made with a small probe placed in the ear while the baby sleeps. For developmental dysplasia of the hip, a hip examination is done after birth and a hip ultrasound is recommended in the first weeks under the national programme. In addition, a red reflex eye examination, retinal screening for babies born early (retinopathy of prematurity), and in some centres screening for congenital heart disease by measuring oxygen levels on the foot or hand, can be done. A screening test does not give a diagnosis: babies with an abnormal result have confirmation tests, and being asked for a repeat test usually does not mean the baby has a disease.

How is newborn Screening Tests (Heel Prick, Hearing, Hips) done?

1. A heel blood sample in the first days after birth, after feeding has started
2. A hearing screen before discharge from hospital or in the first weeks
3. Hip examination at birth and at check-ups; a hip ultrasound in the first weeks
4. Results being reported to the family and family doctor
5. A repeat sample and confirmation tests for abnormal or inadequate results; referral to the relevant specialist if a diagnosis is made

Who is newborn Screening Tests (Heel Prick, Hearing, Hips) suitable for?

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