Newborns Could Soon Be Screened for Rare Pompe Enzyme Deficiency Disorder
Monday, August 19, 2013 - 08:00
in Health & Medicine
Shortly after a baby’s first wail at birth she or he receives a tiny prick on the heel. A few drops of blood are caught on special filter paper to screen for myriad diseases. [More] -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com