New test approved for newborns in Minnesota

Minnesota newborns will soon be screened for a infection that can lead to delays in developmental milestones regression of skills seizures and in particular cases death The Minnesota Commissioner of Wellbeing Dr Brooke Cunningham has approved the state s Newborn Screening Advisory Committee s recommendation to add metachromatic leukodystrophy known as MLD to the list of conditions for which newborns in Minnesota are routinely screened according to a press release from the state Department of Vitality The committee will now work toward implementing the screening The work will include validating a testing method and advancing impact and follow-up protocols It is likely the screening will begin in MLD is a type of lysosomal infection which is caused by an enzyme deficiency leading to a buildup of fats called sulfatides This buildup causes damage to the brain and nervous system the medical department press release disclosed While there is no cure for the ailment early intervention can help manage responses and slow the progression The screening activity expects to identify one baby a year that has the disorder and will benefit from early intervention For more information visit the state s Newborn Screening Undertaking webpage Related Articles These researchers are trying to diagnose CTE during life They re recruiting former football players First at-home test kit for cervical cancer approved by the FDA company says FDA will allow three new color additives made from minerals algae and flower petals Despite historic indictment doctors will keep mailing abortion pills across state lines When they don t recognize you anymore