Massachusetts | New England Newborn Screening Program

Newborn screening helps prevent certain treatable disorders. Babies with these disorders need treatment in early infancy to prevent severe disease later on. Testing all babies is important because most babies appear healthy at birth, even babies who have disorders that need treatment.

Routine newborn screening is required in Massachusetts. Optional screenings, also know as pilot studies, are also available.

Required Newborn Screening

The disorders included in the routine screening are considered to be treatable when discovered early.

Required Disorders

In Massachusetts, 30 disorders are included in the required newborn screening option.

Voluntary Newborn Screening

The voluntary screenings provided by the New England Newborn Screening Program allow parents to participate in research studies (pilot studies) of new tests.

Data and Residual Specimen Policy

Data and specimens collected for newborn screening fall under a detailed policy.

Massachusetts Newborn Screening Contacts

Find out who you can contact for more information.