Diagnosis

General Tests 
These two tests are done to measure the amount of certain substances in the baby's body. 
  

 1. Blood Test 

There are actually 2 ways to draw blood from a baby. The first way is through the vein and the second way is through the heel. 

2. Urine Test

2 Main Abnormalities to notice for blood and urine test: 

1. Aminoaciduria 

- Abnormal amount of amino acids in the urine or blood plasma

- If there is a low amount of amino acids, it shows that there is a deficiency in the enzymes in the body.

2. Hypoglycemia  
-Low blood sugar level 
-If there is low blood glucose level, this indicates that there is low amount of enzyme activity to convert the galactose into glucose. 

Possible Blood test Results:

Type 1 Galactosemia:


Type 2 Galactosemia:

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