RA 9288 is known as which act?

RA 9288 is known as which act?

• A. Newborn Screening Act of 2004
• B. Genetic Testing Act
• C. Neonatal Care Act
• D. Birth Registration Act

Answer: (A)

RA 9288 is the Newborn Screening Act of 2004. It mandates universal screening of newborns for specific metabolic and endocrine disorders and sets up the framework, agencies, and funding to implement the program, ensuring early detection and treatment to prevent disability and mortality. The other topics align with different laws—a Genetic Testing Act would regulate genetic testing practices in general, a Neonatal Care Act would address broader neonatal care standards, and a Birth Registration Act deals with civil documentation of birth records.

RA 9288 is the Newborn Screening Act of 2004. It mandates universal screening of newborns for specific metabolic and endocrine disorders and sets up the framework, agencies, and funding to implement the program, ensuring early detection and treatment to prevent disability and mortality. The other topics align with different laws—a Genetic Testing Act would regulate genetic testing practices in general, a Neonatal Care Act would address broader neonatal care standards, and a Birth Registration Act deals with civil documentation of birth records.