Newborn Blood Spot Screening
A newborn blood spot screening is an important test completed when an infant is 24–48 hours old. This simple screening helps identify serious metabolic, endocrine, and genetic conditions early, before symptoms appear, so babies can receive timely medical care.
How the Screening Works
A small sample of blood is collected from your baby’s heel and placed on a special filter paper called a blood spot card.
The sample is then sent to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ State Public Health Laboratory for testing.
The newborn blood spot screening checks for over 70 different metabolic, endocrine, and genetic disorders, many of which require immediate medical attention to prevent long-term health problems.
Screening Availability and Cost
Contact our office for pricing.
By appointment only.
Learn More
For more detailed information about newborn blood spot screening, including the full list of conditions tested, visit the Bureau of Genetic Disease and Early Childhood.
Please follow up with your health care provider if you have questions or concerns about testing or results.
To schedule your baby’s screening or ask a question, call (573) 642-6881 or visit our Contact page.