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    Conditions Currently Screened

    This link shows all conditions currently screened for in babies born in Pennsylvania.  Some hospitals opt to screen for additional conditions, discuss with your birthing facility to verify what conditions will be screened for. View the newborn screening conditions list.

    Information on Screening

    This brochure describes the various newborn screening tests your baby will receive.

    Save Babies Through Screening Foundation - Organization whose mission is to improve the lives of babies by preventing disabilities and early death by disorders detected through newborn screening.

    Screening Results

    The Pennsylvania Newborn Screening and Follow-up program is only able to provide screening results for babies born within the state of Pennsylvania.  Please direct screening result requests for babies born outside of Pennsylvania to the newborn screening program in the state where the baby was born.  Results for infants can be obtained from your primary care provider.  If you are unable to contact your provider you may request a copy of your child’s newborn screening here.

    What happens if screening suggests a health problem?

    The Newborn Screening and Follow-up Program will alert your baby’s health care provider. You will get a call about what to do next, but it does not always mean your baby has a problem. Additional testing may be needed. The NBS Program works closely with specialists who are experts on the disorders found by newborn screening. If your child has a positive screen, they will work with you and your primary care provider to navigate the next steps. It is important that you take your baby for any additional tests needed as babies can look healthy but become sick quickly. 

    Where can I get more information?

    If you have questions about your baby's newborn screening result, contact your baby's health care provider or call the Pennsylvania Department of Health's Newborn Screening and Follow-Up Program at 717-783-8143.