Neonatal Screening for Inborn Errors of Metabolism

Although neonatal screening was begun only 20 years ago, and is consequently still in its early stages, it is already a classic example of efficient preventive pediatrics. At present, routine neonatal screening covering a satisfactory percentage of newborn babies is carried out in only a small part...

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Other Authors: Bickel, H. (Editor), Guthrie, R. (Editor), Hammersen, G. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg Springer Berlin Heidelberg 1980, 1980
Edition:1st ed. 1980
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • a Goal for Genetic Screening
  • Comparative Studies Between Double-Antibody and Solid Phase Radioimmunoassays
  • Methodologie Limitations on the Measurement of Thyroxine from Small Dried Blood Discs: Comparison of Double-Antibody and Solid Phase Radioimmunoassays
  • Summary of the Northwest Regional Hypothyroidism Screening Program
  • Mass Screening for Neonatal Hypothyroidism in Japan
  • Addendum
  • Neonatal Screening Programs: Organization, Legislation, Methodologie Pitfalls, and Quality Control
  • Introductory Remarks
  • Organization of a Regional Newborn Screening Laboratory
  • 4 Years of Experience