March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We use research, advocacy, and education to give every baby the best possible start.
All babies in the U.S. receive newborn screening tests before leaving the hospital to test for possible health concerns. See which tests your baby may receive.
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition that affects breathing and digestion. You can get a CF carrier screening test to find out if your baby has CF, too.