Certain genetic disorders can cause increase in certain chemicals in the body which can affect brain development. These disorders are called Metabolic disorders. The baby’s blood can be screened for metabolic chemicals that can cause these metabolic disorders in the baby early on through New born metabolic screening. Early identification of metabolic disorders can permit early treatment and prevent potential brain damage. Hypothyroidism, Phenylketouria, Galactosemia are some common examples of metabolic disorders
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