Newborns to benefit

Victorian researchers from Murdoch Children’s Research Institute – MCRI have created a new screening test that could pave the way for earlier and easier diagnosis of three rare genetic disorders in babies. The new screening method identifies Prader Willi, Angelman and Dup15q syndromes in newborns.

Developed thanks to a Victorian Government research grant, the new test could be added to newborn screening programs all over the world, improving outcomes for babies and enabling faster treatment. We are proud to support this important and innovative research.