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Next-generation sequencing in newborn screening: Current status, challenges, and future perspectives.
Zhelan Huang1, Wenhao Zhou2,3
1Division of Neonatology Children's Hospital of Fudan University Shanghai China.
Pediatric Investigation
|February 23, 2026
Summary
Genomic newborn screening (gNBS) advances early disease detection, improving child health. This review highlights the shift from biochemical to genetic methods and discusses global gNBS implementation challenges and collaborations.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Public Health
- Genomic Medicine
Background:
- Newborn screening (NBS) is crucial for early detection of hereditary and metabolic diseases, improving child health outcomes.
- Conventional biochemical NBS has limitations, prompting the development of innovative approaches.
- Genomic technology advancements have led to the emergence of genomic NBS (gNBS).
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the evolution of NBS from biochemical to genetic methods.
- To summarize global initiatives and preliminary findings in genomic NBS practices.
- To identify challenges and emphasize the need for international collaboration in gNBS implementation.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of the developmental trajectory of NBS.
- Analysis of the transition from conventional biochemical NBS to genetic approaches.
- Compilation of global initiatives and preliminary data from gNBS programs.
Main Results:
- Genomic NBS represents a significant advancement over traditional biochemical screening.
- Preliminary gNBS practices show promise for broader disease detection.
- Several critical challenges hinder the widespread clinical implementation of gNBS.
Conclusions:
- Genomic NBS offers transformative potential for newborn health.
- Addressing implementation challenges is vital for optimizing gNBS.
- International collaboration is essential for advancing gNBS globally and improving newborn health outcomes worldwide.
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