OKLAHOMA

Newborn Screening Contact Information

Click here to go to the Oklahoma Department of Health website

Approximate Births by occurrence (ref. 2010 NCHS data)
52,347

Major Racial/Ethnic Groups
White: 76%
American Indian: 12%
African American: 10%
Asian/Pacific islander: 2%
Hispanic Ethnicity: 13% (may also be included in race categories above) 

Oklahoma Statute 
Okla. Stat. § 63-1-533 - addresses newborn screening education, follow-up and education.
For more information click on this link: National Conference of State Legislators

Screening Requirements
Required by law on all infants, with a second test required  if initial screen is done prior to 24 hours or if infant was premature or sick.

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NBS Fee:  $120.33