What is Newborn Screening?

Sarah and Charli talk all about the newborn screen that is offered to all babies in the first two weeks of life. They review what's on the screen, how it's performed, why people opt in, and why people opt out.

Key Takeaways

• The newborn screen is offered to all babies in the first two weeks of life.
• Sarah and Charli review what the screen includes and how it is performed.
• They talk through the reasons some families opt in to newborn screening.
• They also discuss why some families choose to opt out.