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Testing for Tots Testing for Tots is a program of nonprofit Fabry Support & Information Group. Our mission is early diagnosis of Fabry Disease through newborn screening.

Our annual fundraiser is coming up in March and the ticket sales are now live! This makes for a great (and easy) gift id...
24/12/2025

Our annual fundraiser is coming up in March and the ticket sales are now live! This makes for a great (and easy) gift idea!
Fabry.org/events/a-tasting-for-testing-for-tots-2026/

19/12/2025

Last minute shopping for that special someone?
Spouse? ✅️
MIL? ✅️
Mom Bestie? ✅️
Tickets are LIVE for our 7th Annual Event Kennington Family Winery March 28th. They are ready to email or print for that special someone just in time for Christmas!

We'll have a great auction to buy them exactly what they want there!

02/12/2025
Today, we recognize the vital role genetic counselors play in healthcare by helping individuals and families understand ...
13/11/2025

Today, we recognize the vital role genetic counselors play in healthcare by helping individuals and families understand Fabry disease, interpret test results, and make informed medical decisions about their diagnosis.

Today, we wish to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has served in the United States Armed Forces. Your commit...
11/11/2025

Today, we wish to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has served in the United States Armed Forces. Your commitment to defending the freedoms we cherish is admirable.

Contact your healthcare provider to decide what treatment option is best for you and your family.
18/09/2025

Contact your healthcare provider to decide what treatment option is best for you and your family.

In patients with Fabry, mosaicism is when individuals have some functional cells along with affected cells. In females, ...
18/09/2025

In patients with Fabry, mosaicism is when individuals have some functional cells along with affected cells. In females, cells have two X chromosomes where one is permanently inactive and this process is lionization. This is the reason why symptoms in Fabry positive women can vary dramatically.

In January 2013, Missouri became the first state to screen all newborns for Fabry Disease.
17/09/2025

In January 2013, Missouri became the first state to screen all newborns for Fabry Disease.

Fabry disease is a lysosomal storage disorder resulting from deficient activity of alpha-galactosidase A enzyme. This le...
09/09/2025

Fabry disease is a lysosomal storage disorder resulting from deficient activity of alpha-galactosidase A enzyme. This leads to accumulation of its substrate Gb3 that causes progressive renal insufficiency, cardiac involvement and CNS (central nervous system) pathology in Fabry patients.

In every state hospitals, collect a small blood sample from newborns within the first 48 hours of birth. This dried bloo...
04/09/2025

In every state hospitals, collect a small blood sample from newborns within the first 48 hours of birth. This dried blood spot (DBS) is then sent to the state laboratory to test or screen the child for multiple diseases.

September is Newborn Screening Awareness month!  Let’s learn about Fabry Disease together!
03/09/2025

September is Newborn Screening Awareness month! Let’s learn about Fabry Disease together!

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