What should I do if the newborn disease screening fails?

Patient's question:

The doll was born in March. After birth, the baby underwent a health screening at the hospital. Today, the doctor at the hospital called to inform me that the blood test was not qualified, which means the baby's health screening did not pass. We need to go for another check-up. I would like to ask what happens if the baby's health screening does not pass?

Doctor's answer:

Newborn disease screening refers to the process of identifying certain severe congenital metabolic and endocrine diseases through blood tests. This enables early diagnosis and treatment for children, thereby preventing growth and intellectual development disorders, or even death, as well as damage to the brain, liver, and kidneys. If there are issues with the baby's disease screening, it is important to go to the hospital for a follow-up check or treatment to avoid delays. Congenital hypothyroidism and phenylketonuria being negative is a normal test result, indicating that the baby's body is also normal. It is essential to strengthen the scientific care of the infant and conduct regular health check-ups.

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