A lot can happen in the first few days of your newborn's life, but one of the most important checks is whether or not he is developing properly.
Tests to
make sure the baby is safe
When babies
are born, doctors or nurses take a couple of essa
lab tests to ensure that everything is okay. The most common test done
on newborns is known as an APGAR test. Will do this within five minutes of
birth, and it provides a snapshot of how well your baby's organs are
functioning.
Early
development evaluation
Upon leaving
your newborn's side, you may wonder what happens at a routine doctor's visit.
The first few days and weeks after birth are some of the most important in a
baby's life. Doctors observe how healthy, happy, and stable.
Newborns are
through testing procedures, such as blood work, X-rays, and weight checks.
Here's everything you need to know about one test that doctors perform on every
newborn: post-birth lab tests.
Diagnostic
tests for chronic diseases
While at
Essa Lab, your baby will undergo several diagnostic tests designed to screen
for chronic conditions that may develop later in life.
For example,
if you have diabetes
and have breastfed your baby, it's important to screen for Type 1 Diabetes. The
lab also performs screenings for hearing impairment, congenital heart defects,
and respiratory issues.
Hearing
tests and other screenings
Dr. Essa Lab
offers a wide variety of tests for infants, including hearing tests and other
screenings that look at your baby's overall health. These tests are important
for your baby's health, especially in the first weeks after birth, and if any
problems arise, you should seek treatment from a medical professional
immediately.
When
should you worry?
To assess
whether your baby has contracted any diseases while in utero, doctors run a
panel of tests on them during their first days on Earth.
To do so,
they need access to your infant's blood. But how can you ensure that your
newborn isn't subjected to undue suffering? Here are some questions and answers
about Essa's lab test rates and laboratory test results.
Postpartum
checkups
During your
baby's first few days, you will undergo several health tests, including blood
work, an eye exam, and screening for genetic conditions. Many hospitals
also require postpartum depression screening.
These tests
and screenings help ensure that your baby gets off to a healthy start in life and
that you stay healthy as well. It's important for you and you're newborn to
receive care from a pediatrician specializing in treating babies and children.
