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Premature babies may have immature enzyme systems or underdeveloped thyroid function. It may be necessary to monitor the infant’s progress to ensure they reach normal levels. Unnecessary, repeat testing can be avoided by collecting blood specimens no sooner than 24 hours after birth, before a transfusion (and in less than 24 hours after birth if necessary), and following correct specimen collection procedures.
The Florida Department of Health, Newborn Screening (NBS) Program, is pleased to announce that beginning July 1, 2024, all newborns screened will be tested for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II (MPS II). If you have any questions, please contact the Florida NBS …
The Florida Newborn Hearing Screening/Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program is pleased to announce that beginning December 9, 2021, the Florida Guidelines for Newborn Hearing Screening have been revised. For more information or questions about hearing screenings or the revised …
The Florida Department of Health, Newborn Screening (NBS) Program, is pleased to announce that beginning April 27, 2020, all newborns screened will be tested for a new condition, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). If you have any questions, please contact the …