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This document provides detailed procedures for the proper collection of blood on filter paper for newborn screening. It outlines patient preparation, specimen collection techniques, and handling guidelines

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1. Prepare the required materials including a heel warmer, alcohol swabs, and filter paper.
2. Ensure the baby is at least 24 hours old to ensure accurate results.
3. Clean the heel of the newborn with an alcohol swab and allow it to dry.
4. Warm the heel using a heel warmer to increase blood flow.
5. Using a lancet, prick the side of the heel to obtain a blood sample.
6. Collect drops of blood and place them on the filter paper in the designated circles.
7. Ensure the sample is properly labeled with the baby's information.
8. Allow the blood spots to dry completely before sealing them in an envelope for transport.

Who needs Newborn Screening Blood Collection?

1. All newborns, regardless of health status, should undergo Newborn Screening Blood Collection to identify potential genetic, metabolic, or endocrine disorders.

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How do you collect blood for newborn screening?

Blood collection from the heel is the standard for newborn screening. The medial and lateral parts of the underfoot are preferred. Blood should never be collected from: the arch of the foot.

How do they draw blood from a newborn?

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How is newborn blood spot screening done?

During the newborn blood spot test, a healthcare professional will your baby's heel using a device that has a tiny needle and collect a few drops of blood on a special card. The card is then sent away to be tested. The test is very quick and there are no known risks to your baby.

How to read newborn screening results?

There are four possible results in newborn blood spot screening: Within Normal Limits/Negative, Trait, Borderline, and Positive/Abnormal. A Within Normal Limits or Negative result means that the screen was normal for the disorder and no additional follow-up is required.

What is a newborn screening blood test?

The newborn blood spot test helps to check if babies have any of 9 rare conditions, some of which can be life-threatening. Knowing early whether a baby might have or get these conditions means they can start to be monitored and treated sooner.

Where do you puncture for newborn screening?

After warming and careful sterilizing of the infant's heel, medical staff do a "heel stick," in which they make a small puncture in the baby's heel and squeeze out a few drops of blood. They put the absorbent part of the card in contact with the blood drop.

How do they collect blood samples in infants?

Wipe the skin clean with an alcohol wipe and allow to thoroughly air dry. Use a sterile lancet or heel incision device to make an incision 1 mm deep and 2.5 mm long. When collecting from small, premature infants, it is safer to make a more shallow incision. Wipe away the first drop of blood with a sterile gauze pad.

What is the newborn screening checklist?

Newborn screening has three different parts: Blood spot screening, which determines if a baby might have one of many serious conditions. Pulse oximetry screening, which determines if a newborn might have certain heart conditions. Hearing screening, which determines if a newborn might be deaf or hard of hearing.

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What is Newborn Screening Blood Collection?

Newborn Screening Blood Collection is a procedure used to test newborns for certain genetic, metabolic, and endocrine disorders shortly after birth, using a small blood sample.

Who is required to file Newborn Screening Blood Collection?

Typically, hospitals and healthcare providers who deliver newborns are required to file Newborn Screening Blood Collection to ensure that all newborns are tested according to state regulations.

How to fill out Newborn Screening Blood Collection?

To fill out Newborn Screening Blood Collection, healthcare providers should collect the blood sample using a proper technique, complete all required documentation accurately, and ensure that the sample is labeled correctly with the newborn's information.

What is the purpose of Newborn Screening Blood Collection?

The purpose of Newborn Screening Blood Collection is to identify genetic and metabolic conditions that can lead to serious health issues if not detected early, allowing for timely intervention and management.

What information must be reported on Newborn Screening Blood Collection?

The information that must be reported includes the newborn's name, date of birth, medical record number, mother's information, and specific test results for the conditions screened.