Results vary depending on the test performed. The estimated cost is calculated per test, not for taking the sample. See the specific test. The results of capillary testing may be very accurate for some tests, but for other tests they may be less accurate. Blood is routinely drawn from newborn infants for testing.
Routine testing includes phenylketonuria and blood type.
Testing can be tailored to the local population, taking into account race and ethnic background in determining what routine testing should be done. Blood is routinely drawn from newborn infants for testing. The three circles on the special blotter paper are smears of blood. Patient information and identification is included on the paper, and is sent to the state testing laboratory. Results are available within a few days.