hrp0094p1-154 | Fetal Endocrinology and Multisystem Disorders B | ESPE2021

The Evaluation of Accuracy and Effectiveness of Newborn Screening for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in Lithuania

Navardauskaite Ruta , Baneviciute Kornelija , Mockeviciene Giedre , Songailiene Jurgita , Grigalionienė Kristina , Smirnova Marija , Utkus Algirdas , Verkauskiene Rasa ,

Introduction: The main reason for Newborn screening (NBS) for congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is to prevent adrenal insufficiency that can lead to life-threatening conditions. On the other hand, screening programmes are not always sensitive and effective enough to detect the disease. We aimed to evaluate the specificity, sensitivity and efficiency of the national NBS for CAH in Lithuania.Methods: retrospective study...