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Victoria Expands Newborn Screening for Critical Genetic Disorders

1/22/2025

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Victoria's newborn bloodspot screening program is expanding to include testing for galactosaemia, a critical genetic disorder, as revealed by Acting Health Minister Ingrid Stitt. This vital addition raises the total conditions screened to 32, ensuring that infants receive early detection and treatment at no cost within 72 hours of birth, safeguarding their health and future.

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Victoria's newborn bloodspot screening program is expanding to include testing for galactosaemia, a critical genetic disorder, as revealed by Acting Health Minister Ingrid Stitt. This vital addition raises the total conditions screened to 32, ensuring that infants receive early detection and treatment at no cost within 72 hours of birth, safeguarding their health and future.