First guideline on newborn screening for cystic fibrosis calls for changes in practice to improve outcomes

First guideline on newborn screening for cystic fibrosis calls for changes in practice to improve outcomes

Source: ScienceDaily

The United States Cystic Fibrosis Foundation released the first guideline on newborn screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), in order to improve timely detection of CF in infants from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. The new guideline reflects rigorous scientific investigation and perspectives from parents, CF specialists, public health representatives, primary care providers and genetic counselors.

The United States Cystic Fibrosis Foundation released the first guideline on newborn screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), in order to improve timely detection of CF in infants from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. The new guideline, based on systema… [3853 chars]

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