Newborn Screening
The purpose of newborn screening is to detect potentially fatal or disabling conditions and birth defects in newborns as early as possible before the infant displays any signs or symptoms of a disease or condition.
SD BLOOM Newborn Screening Surveillance System
The SD BLOOM (Babies’ Lifelong Outcomes & Optimal Monitoring) Newborn Screening Surveillance System helps babies thrive by making sure important health needs identified through newborn screening lead to timely follow-up, care, and support.
Newborn Hearing Screening
Learn about the importance of hearing screening.
Newborn Blood Spot Screening
Learn about the importance of blood spot screening for identifying conditions.
Genetic Services
Find genetic services and clinics in Aberdeen, Pierre, Sioux Falls, and Rapid City.
Newborn Screening Advisory Committee
Stay up to date on the latest meetings and guidance from the advisory committee.
What to Expect from Your Baby's First Test
Parents-to-be may have questions about newborn screening. This video explains what to expect during their baby's first test, and walks them through the heel stick, hearing, and pulse ox screenings.
Journey Through Newborn Screening
Through this video series, you can learn more about newborn screening and what families may experience. Learn what newborn screening is, when it happens, and why it is so important.