DIAGNOSTICS

diagnostics

• Fetal &Neonatal MR Imaging: This is an ideal diagnostic technique for the evaluation of infants and fetuses because of the absence of ionizing radiation. It enables the neonatologist to get a better view of the lungs, liver, kidneys and bowel.
• Echocardiography: Cardiac ultrasound techniques provide the neonatology department specialist to get the baby’s direct cardiac structure view including the ductus arteriosus and complete functional information. This helps the neonatologist detect critical congenital heart defects if any. 
• Blood Tests: The tests are done to identify any illnesses or conditions like anaemia and the levels of important substances in the baby’s blood. These substances could be calcium, blood sugar and more. 
• Hearing Screenings: This is done to identify if the baby has permanent hearing loss. The experts use Automated Auditory Brainstem Response (AABR), Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) or both techniques if required. In case hearing loss is detected, it is advised that the intervention services commence within six months. 
• Gene Expression Profiling: The procedure helps identify diseases and conditions like cancer, Autism (AU) and Autism Spectrum in infants and also precise and Early Onset Infection (EOI). 
• Upper Endoscopy: This is done under general anaesthesia in which the neonatal doctors pass a flexible tube with a camera on the tip of it through the baby’s mouth. The tube reaches the esophagus to monitor acidity and other Gastric conditions.