Universal+Newborn+Screening

For this WIKI you will choose a specific, rare, genetic disorder. You will then need to research this problem and tell us what it is and how it specifically occurs at the genetic level. You will also be given one of the fifty states. We should be able to learn how many genetic disorders are screened for on infants born in your state. Information about newborn screening should be discussed as well (What is it? How and when is it done? How reliable is it? etc.). Your WIKI should include diagrams as well as proper citations with a bibliography at the bottom of each page you create. After the pages are created you will present the basics of your disorder to the class. CLICK on the purple feet for the disorder list.

You will be graded on:
 * * Information about your disorder.
 * Information related to universal newborn screening.
 * Information specific to your state.
 * Use of visual aids (pictures/video).
 * Sources – INCLUDE A PROPER BIBLIOGRAPHY. ( See the HS Library page for help - Click on Online Database / Noodle Tools )
 * Clarity and accuracy of information presented. || [[image:kasper-achs-block2:usa-blue.gif width="369" height="243" caption="usa-blue.gif"]] ||

The types of disorders you will be researching are highlighted in the following video. Many disorders, if diagnosed at birth, can be treated so that devastating consequences can be avoided.

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