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The editorial highlights the evolution of newborn screening protocols and the implications of integrating next-generation sequencing techniques.

March 13, 2026Frontiers in PediatricsOpen Access

Editorial: Newborn screening for inborn errors of metabolism volume II

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Editorial reviews advancements in newborn screening for inborn errors of metabolism, suggesting improvements in genetic testing methods.

The editorial highlights the evolution of newborn screening protocols and the implications of integrating next-generation sequencing techniques.
Review of existing literature on newborn screening criteria and methodologies.
Analysis of pilot studies comparing NGS and biochemical screening approaches.
Discussion of the Wilson and Jungner criteria for screening disorder selection.
NGS approaches demonstrate higher accuracy and can identify a broader range of genetic disorders.
Current costs for genetic testing are decreasing, facilitating wider adoption for screening.
Recommendations for improving screening protocols to enhance societal and medical benefits were outlined.

Elmonem et al. (2026) studied this question.

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March 13, 2026Frontiers in PediatricsOpen Access

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Editorial reviews advancements in newborn screening for inborn errors of metabolism, suggesting improvements in genetic testing methods.

The editorial highlights the evolution of newborn screening protocols and the implications of integrating next-generation sequencing techniques.
Review of existing literature on newborn screening criteria and methodologies.
Analysis of pilot studies comparing NGS and biochemical screening approaches.
Discussion of the Wilson and Jungner criteria for screening disorder selection.
NGS approaches demonstrate higher accuracy and can identify a broader range of genetic disorders.
Current costs for genetic testing are decreasing, facilitating wider adoption for screening.
Recommendations for improving screening protocols to enhance societal and medical benefits were outlined.

Elmonem et al. (2026) studied this question.

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