NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 2012
 

There are a number of metabolic or inherited diseases that can cause mental retardation if undetected in the newborn. Fortunately these illnesses can be treated if identified early enough, and will not result in mental retardation.

We have requested that the hospital draw a blood sample for a newborn metabolic screening test (sometimes called PKU) on your infant prior to discharge. We also recommend a repeat blood test around seven days of age.

Copyright ©2014 All Rights Reserved.

East Valley Children's Center 3200 S. George Drive, Tempe AZ 85282 ( map )
480.839.9097 (Fax) 480.839.1762 / Terms of Use / Refund/Return/Cancellation Policy

Office Hours: By Appointment Only. M-F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evenings & Saturdays on urgent basis only.