Cystic Fibrosis Newborn Screening Test and Its Price in India

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease. It causes chronic level deterioration to organs such as lungs, liver, pancreas and digestive tract etc.

A cystic Fibrosis Newborn Screening test is performed within a few days of birth to diagnose cystic fibrosis (a rare genetic disorder) in newborn babies. This test aids the doctor in taking preventive measures against cystic fibrosis to keep the baby healthy for lifelong.

Why is Cystic Fibrosis Newborn Screening done?

To prevent the breathing and digestive system-related issues that occurs due to cystic fibrosis

For immediate and early staged treatment to ensure the functioning of all organs.

To prevent the severe health issues associated with cystic fibrosis.

For treatment at the initial stage to improve growth, healthy digestion, and healthy respiratory system.

Newborn babies with suspected cystic fibrosis (CF)

Baby with mild or chronic symptoms such as coughing, breathing shortness, bloating, lung infection or stomach pain, etc.

Procedure

A blood sample is drawn from the heel of the baby

Result

The positive result manifests that the child may have cystic fibrosis (cf)

The Negative result signifies that the child doesn’t have cystic fibrosis