New Jersey

New Jersey Newborn Bloodspot Screening Program

The New Jersey Newborn Bloodspot Screening Program helps protect the health of babies by checking for rare but serious conditions that may not be visible at birth. The program screens every newborn for 63 disorders within 48 hours of birth. A small blood sample is collected from the baby's heel to test for conditions that, if left untreated, could lead to serious health issues. Early detection through this screening allows for prompt medical attention and can prevent lifelong disabilities. This program is provided by the New Jersey Department of Health and is an important part of giving babies the best start in life.

For more information about the New Jersey Newborn Bloodspot Screening Program, please contact:

Newborn Screening Program
Department of Health,
P. O. Box 360
Trenton, NJ 08625-0360

Phone: 609-292-1582
Fax: 609-292-1732; 609-943-5752
Email: Karyn.dynak@doh.nj.gov

New Jersey Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program
New Jersey's Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Program ensures that all newborns are screened for hearing loss shortly after birth. The screening is quick, painless, and typically completed before the baby leaves the hospital. Early identification of hearing loss is crucial for timely interventions, supporting language development and overall communication skills.

For more information or to access resources related to newborn screening, visit the New Jersey Department of Health's Newborn Screening & Genetic Services page.