Pregnancy

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Newborn

Screening policy varies within the NHS. Tests are performed to detect infants with metabolic illness, and genetic abnormalities, and, if applicable, to determine the mother's need for Rh immune globulin. These may include screening tests for:

For further information:
NHS Health Information Resources
NHS Choices
NHS Screening

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