Intermediate
Technical
IVT
program evaluation
Systematic assessment of newborn screening program performance and outcomes.
Full Definition
Comprehensive review and analysis of newborn screening program effectiveness, including metrics such as coverage rates, timeliness of testing and follow-up, false positive and false negative rates, and clinical outcomes. Program evaluation involves collaboration between public health officials, laboratorians, clinicians, and epidemiologists to identify areas for improvement and ensure optimal program performance. These evaluations inform policy decisions and program modifications.
In Context
- "The annual program evaluation revealed improvements in follow-up timeliness." — Public health report
- "Program evaluation data informed decisions about expanding the screening panel." — Policy documentation
Also known as
program assessment
quality evaluation
Don't confuse with
program monitoring
performance review