Parents of newborns will be invited to test if their newborns are affected with Aromatic L-amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency. The routine newborn screening dried blood spots sample will be used to test if 3-O-methyldopa (3-OMD) concentration elevates. If positive of screening test, further confirmation tests including physical examination and for mutation. Genetic counseling and treatment option will be provided, too.
Parents of newborns will be invited to test if their newborns are affected with Aromatic L-amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency.