NEWBORN METABOLIC SCREENING Optimum collection time 48 hrs-120 hrs (3-5 days 0f life) State mandated collection by Public health law 2500a (1965) Always Draw the screen before TPN administration/Transfusing Blood products Transfer to another facility/prior to demise or Withdrawal of care, 3 days post transfusion only First Specimen drawn at < 24 hrs of age > 24 hrs of age Stay <5 days TPN Transfer Demise Blood products Stay >5 days No Action Repeat at 3 Days Post Transfusion Date Date Repeat at Repeat at 3 days post TPN Date Repeat at 90 days Post Transfusion Discharge Or 30 days Date Transfer / demise Date