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NBS Duo

Test Name

NBS Duo

Lab Visit

Test Code

NBS011

Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters

TMS,GCMS

Sample Report

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Test Information

TAT DETAILS

48 Hrs

PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS

NA

CLINICAL UTILITY

To identify and treat metabolic disorders early on To prevent severe health complications associated with these disorders To help doctors formulate appropriate treatment plans

SPECIMEN STABILITY

NA

METHODOLOGY

LC-MS/MS+GCMS

STORAGE TEMPERATURE

NA

SPECIMEN TYPE

4 Spots on DBS Card+2 Urine Strips

Frequently Asked Questions

To detect metabolic disorders or inborn errors of metabolism
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the baby has a family history of metabolic disorders or inborn errors of metabolism, the baby shows symptoms such as poor feeding, lethargy, vomiting, or seizures, or the mother has had metabolic disorders or if there were complications during pregnancy.
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No risk
If any of the analyte levels are significantly high or low, it may indicate a metabolic disorder or an inborn error of metabolism. Further confirmatory testing will be required, and the child may need treatment.