Title: What do newborn screening tests look for? | BabyCenter
Headings: Newborn screening tests: Which ones your baby will have and why
Newborn screening tests: Which ones your baby will have and why
IN THIS ARTICLE
What is a newborn screening test?
When and where will my baby be tested?
Which disorders will my newborn be tested for?
How much does newborn screening cost?
Will the screening tests hurt my baby? How are they done?
When do I get the screening results?
My baby's metabolic screening test came back positive. Is something wrong with my baby?
What if my baby is born prematurely or has a health problem? Are the same tests given after birth?
What if I don't want my baby to undergo any newborn screening tests?
Why don't all states screen for as many disorders as possible?
What if I want more newborn screening tests than my state requires?
Where can I find more information about newborn screening tests?

Content: Each state decides what health conditions it will screen all newborns for, but all states test for at least 29 of 35 core disorders. You can ask your baby's doctor or check with your state's newborn screening program for details. How much does newborn screening cost? Screening in some states is free. Others charge from about $15 to $150. The National Newborn Screening and Global Resource Center detailed information about state newborn screening programs, including fees. advertisement | page continues below
Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and health insurance plans usually cover all or part of newborn screening. Your baby will be tested whether or not you have insurance. A hospital or birthing center may bill you for the fee separately or include it in the charge for delivery. Will the screening tests hurt my baby?