The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention ( MoHAP ) has recently drafted a proposal for the screening of genetic diseases in the newborns within the first 72 hours of birth . The program aims at early detection and management of diseases in the newborns by providing timely treatment and counselling plan.
A total of 40 genetic diseases in the newborns will be screened by following the best international practices. Goals of the Newborn Screening Program To ensure screening of genetic diseases in all UAE newborns To ensure all affected infants receive confirmatory diagnosis To provide counselling facilities To provide treatment to infants with physical and mental disabilities Diseases to be screened in the newborns include Phenylketonuria Endocrine insufficiency Sickle cell anemia Congenital malformations Biotin deficiency disease Galactosemia Critical congenital deformities of the heart…
