Service
Newborn Screening
A blood test done shortly after birth to check for certain rare but treatable conditions before symptoms appear.
Also called: heel prick test, newborn blood test, pku test
Who Can Help with Newborn Screening?
- Neonatologists
A pediatrician who cares for newborns who are premature or seriously ill, usually in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
- Pediatricians
A physician who provides checkups, vaccines and medical care for infants, children and teenagers.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about newborn screening and what is right for you.