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The implementation of newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy: the Australian experience

Authors :
Kariyawasam, Didu
Russell, Jacqueline S.
Wiley, Veronica
Alexander, Ian E.
Farrar, Michelle A.
Source :
Genetics in Medicine; March 2020, Vol. 22 Issue: 3 p557-565, 9p
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

To evaluate the implementation of the first statewide newborn screening (NBS) program for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) in Australia. Processes that hinder and support clinical development, translation, and sustainability of the first primary genetic screening program in Australia are appraised.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10983600 and 15300366
Volume :
22
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Genetics in Medicine
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs59920092
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41436-019-0673-0