Baby DNA screening: a peek into future health risks?
NCT ID NCT05161169
First seen Nov 12, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study looked at whether whole genome sequencing can help screen healthy infants for genetic risks. Researchers enrolled 500 babies and their parents from three U.S. cities. Half of the babies had their DNA sequenced, and results were shared with families and doctors. The goal was to learn about the medical, emotional, and financial impacts of this type of screening in routine care.
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Locations
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Beaumont - Corewell Health East
Royal Oak, Michigan, 48073, United States
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, New York, 10029, United States
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States
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