Newborn screening is a set of tests that check newborn babies for a variety of conditions. Most of these conditions can't be seen at birth but can be tested and can be treated if found early. Early detection is key to ensuring your baby’s health.
Blood spot screening
Like in the picture above, small samples of blood are collected from the baby when the newborn is a day or two old. Providers send these samples to us so we can check for various disorders.
Pulse oximetry screening
We are looking for a set of serious, life-threatening heart defects known as critical congenital heart disease or CCHDs. Early detection is key.
Hearing screening
It is important to test babies before they are one month old so they can benefit from different ways to learn language.
Information for providers and laboratories
A collection of resources such as tutorials for collection, ACT sheets, and program brochures.
Information for parents
Find out what your baby will be tested for, FAQs, and newsletter updates.
Additional resources
Contact
Phone: 303.692.3675
Please be aware that staff may not be in the office, the above number will bypass the phone tree and ring at all desks.
Fax: 303.691.4008