Newborn Bloodspot Sampling Guidelines March 2026

Maternity & Gynaecology Guidelines
NHS GGC

Main changes from previous version

  • Information on the In Service Evaluation (ISE) for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
    that will be implemented from 23rd March 2026.
  • Healthcare professionals taking newborn bloodspot samples should ensure that parents are aware that SMA has been added to list of conditions screened for on a temporary, in-service evaluation basis
  • The ISE will be for an 18-24 month period

All staff delivering the newborn screening programme should ensure they are aware of a these updated requirements/clarifications on taking samples, the management of repeat samples and the management of “movers in” and cross border babies.

Resources

Use the button below to access this item.

Access this resource

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 17/03/2026

Next review date: 31/03/2029

Author(s): NHS Scotoland.

Version: 1.0