Intermediate
Technical
IVT
follow-up protocol
Standardized procedures for managing abnormal screening results, including notification, referral, and case tracking.
Full Definition
Follow-up protocols are comprehensive procedural frameworks that govern the management of abnormal newborn screening results from initial notification through final case resolution. These protocols specify timelines for healthcare provider notification, requirements for confirmatory testing, referral pathways to specialist care, and systems for tracking case outcomes. Effective follow-up protocols are essential for ensuring that screening benefits are realized through timely diagnosis and treatment initiation for affected newborns.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate when used as a compound modifier.
In Context
- "The revised follow-up protocol reduced time to specialist referral by 24 hours." — Quality improvement report
- "Healthcare providers received training on the updated follow-up protocol requirements." — Training announcement
Also known as
case management protocol
follow-up procedures
Don't confuse with
screening protocol
laboratory protocol