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    • August 14, 2026 at 8:14 am #553
      Anonymous
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      Is newborn screening the same as genetic testing?

    • August 14, 2026 at 8:16 am #555
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      Newborn screening is a specific type of testing done shortly after birth to check for a set of treatable conditions, some of which are genetic or metabolic. It’s usually done through a small blood sample and is different from broader diagnostic genetic testing, which is used to investigate a specific concern.

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