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Content: But an interagency coordinating committee on newborn screening is further examining the issue and should be submitting a plan to the HHS secretary shortly. The American Heart Association (AHA) views pulse oximetry testing of newborns as an effective and inexpensive tool to assist in diagnosing CHD. A large scale study recently performed in the United Kingdom supports pulse oximetry screening for newborns. The United States has not had a study of comparable size to date. Three states (New Jersey, Maryland, and Indiana) have passed legislation requiring pulse oximetry screening of all newborns. The Maryland law will not be implemented until there are federal recommendations for such screening. Other states are currently considering such legislation. BACKGROUND
The following information is from the Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.
What is Congenital Heart Disease? CHD is the most common birth defect. Infants with CHD have abnormal structure to their heart which creates abnormal blood flow patterns.