I'm currently studying genetic counseling, for the block exam on Monday. This is what I've learned so far:
There are only 6 states that screen newborns for all 29 core conditions, which are relatively common and can be safely tested for. Those places are DC, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, and Virginia. Glad to see that my state is on the list! As for why the other states don't test for all of them...your guess is as good as mine.
And the worst states, testing for less than 10 core conditions? Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. Maybe it'd be best to cross the border for your prenatal care.
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