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Currently, there has been a significant increase in congenital anomalies in newborns. These conditions can emerge from various factors, including environmental pollution, dietary exposure to chemicals, maternal psychological stress, and genetic predisposition. According to the data of the Ministry of Health, it is estimated that around 1.5 million babies are born each year in Vietnam, with 2-3% of them affected by genetic disorders or congenital mutations including Down syndrome, neural tube defects, and thalassemia.
Thus, newborn screening is considered the most proficient method for early detection of these birth defects. This screening test allows doctors to identify infants at risk for genetic disorders or congenital anomalies, facilitating timely diagnosis and intervention.
Early detection and treatment can not only significantly assist in the child’s normal development, but also diminish the burden on families and society due to the fact that these congenital anomalies or underlying diseases can essentially affect a newborn's physical, mental, and cognitive development, and can even be fatal.
Understanding the significance of newborn screening tests, GENTIS is honored to partner with the Department 2 of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Thanh Nhan Hospital in organizing the event “Gifts gleaming - Christmas cheer”. As a special gift, GENTIS will present an adorable teddy bear and a special product to clients who register for pregnancy consulting and newborn screening at the Department 2 of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Thanh Nhan Hospital. This gift bundle acts as a small token from GENTIS and the hospital to empower families to become more aware of and interested in this service.
As of now, GENTIS is providing an assortment of newborn screening test packages for parents to choose. A distinctive feature of GENTIS's newborn screening packages is the utilization of specialized techniques to identify newborns at risk of having congenital anomalies and disorders related to endocrine, metabolic, and genetic abnormalities that may not present clinically during the neonatal period. GENTIS is committed to continuous improvement to ensure the accuracy and precision of every procedure and result, fulfilling our mission of enhancing the physical and intellectual well-being of the Vietnamese people.
