Newborn Blood Spot Screening

Newborn screening is a state public health service that reaches each of the nearly 4 million babies born in the United States each year. It ensures that all babies are screened for certain rare, but serious health conditions at birth. For babies identified with a health condition, early detection allows providers to start treatment before the baby becomes symptomatic and harmful effects happen.

This information will help guide your discussion with parents who have a child with an abnormal newborn screening result.

The Newborn Screening Advisory Committee represents the interests of North Dakotans and assists in developing programs that ensure the availability of and access to quality genetic health care services by all residents.

Find newborn screening events here.

North Dakota newborn screening century codes.

Links to newborn screening partners.