Genetic test for newborns to prevent deafness from antibiotic use

A genetic test for newborns which can determine whether a baby is vulnerable to deafness if treated with the commonly used antibiotic gentamicin has been conditionally recommended for use by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) within the NHS. The test is performed by undertaking a cheek swab on critically ill babies.... Read moreThe post Genetic test for newborns to prevent deafness from antibiotic use appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
Source: Nursing in Practice - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Paediatrics Antibiotics deafness gentamicin Midwifery Source Type: news