Talk with Your Doctor About Newborn Screening

The Basics Talk with your doctor about newborn screening before your baby is born. Take Action! Find out which tests are offered in the hospital where your baby will be born.
Content last updated on: October 05, 2009

If you are pregnant, ask your doctor or midwife about newborn screening.
If you have health insurance, check if your plan covers additional newborn screening tests.
Find out which newborn screening tests are offered at the hospital where you plan to deliver your baby.

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