Health: screening; newborn hearing screening for congenital cytomegalovirus; require. Amends sec. 5431 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5431) & adds sec. 5433.
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Overview
This bill requires newborn hearing screenings to include testing for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV), starting March 1, 2028. It amends existing law to establish a process for reporting positive cCMV test results to parents and the Department of Health, and mandates a public education program to inform pregnant women about cCMV and preventative measures. The bill also addresses the retention and disposal of blood specimens collected for testing and establishes a fee structure for the tests.
Key provisions
- Requires congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) screening for newborns starting March 1, 2028.
- Establishes a reporting process for positive cCMV test results to parents and the Department of Health.
- Mandates a public education program on CMV and cCMV for pregnant women and those who may become pregnant.
- Outlines procedures for the retention and disposal of blood specimens collected for testing.
- Creates a fee structure for the newborn hearing screening tests.
- Allows for the use of blood specimens for medical research under specific conditions.
- Specifies acceptable methods for cCMV testing (blood spot, saliva, or urine).
- Requires healthcare providers to provide information on treatment options for cCMV to parents.
Who is affected
- Newborn infants
- Parents and guardians of newborn infants
- Healthcare professionals
- Hospitals and other healthcare facilities
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