Cystic fibrosis carrier: description in brief
Information for parents to explain what it means to have a positive screening result for carrying the cystic fibrosis (CF) gene.
Applies to England
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Information to provide to parents following a baby’s newborn blood spot screening result which shows they are a carrier of the CF gene. Healthcare professionals should use it to support conversations with parents.
This information is available in A4 PDF format (in English) to print out and provide for people who cannot access digital information (see list above).
Contact the Screening helpdesk with any queries about this publication, making sure you include its full title.
Last updated 30 October 2021 + show all updates
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Added PDF version for printing, to provide for people unable to access this information online.
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Added link to PDF version of the information.
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Converted PDF to HTML.
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Updated version of public information leaflet.
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First published.