Baby’s First Test - New Born Screening Clearinghouse

Newborn screening checks for serious but rare conditions that a baby could have at birth. It includes blood, hearing, and heart screening. Screening tests give only preliminary information that tells doctors whether to do more precise diagnostic testing needed to determine whether there is an actual problem.

Learn more about the process of newborn screening and stay up-to-date on current newborn screening information by visiting the website. 

New to newborn screening? This is a great place to start answering some of the common questions that come up about newborn screening.

Newborn Screening Facts - A brief introduction to the most important information on newborn screening

Genetics and Family History - Information on why it is important for all babies to have newborn screening, even if there isn’t a family history of a condition, and how genetic conditions are inherited

Screening Resources - A brief description and links to several government and non-profit agencies working to improve health through newborn screening

Conditions Screened by State - Every state has slightly different requirements for newborn screening. This section reviews factors that influence how states choose their screening panels and how to find out more information

On BabysFirstTest.org you can find:

• Basic facts about newborn screening and what to expect from the newborn screening process;
• State-specific newborn screening program information for parents and health professionals, including conditions on state panels, state program contacts, and support resources;
• Condition-specific information, including causes, treatment, and family experiences;
• Social media features, such as micro-blogging through Twitter and videos; and
• An anonymous question form called Ask an Expert.

Location

MC 1918, PO Box 149347
Austin, 78714, TX

Building Name or Description: TX Dept. of State Health Services, Newborn Screening Unit

Accessible Location: Yes

Details

Type of Organization	Nonprofit (501c3)
Categories	Medical, Other
Services offered in Spanish?	yes
Newsletter?	yes
Child Care Available?	No
Age Range	Birth - 3
Disability Categories	Genetic or Congenital Disorder, Medical Condition
Does this organization belong to all disabilities?	No
This organization belongs to these diagnoses	Newborn Screening Tests
Is this a statewide service?	yes
Website	http://www.babysfirsttest.org/newborn-screening/states/texas
Contact Name
Email Address
Phone Number	800-252-8023

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