HB2750

Missouri HB2750 expands newborn screening tests to include additional lysosomal storage diseases and other genetic disorders.

Missouri HB2750 modifies provisions for newborn screening tests conducted by the Department of Health and Senior Services. The bill expands the newborn screening tests to include lysosomal storage diseases such as Krabbe disease, Pompe disease, Gaucher disease, Niemann-Pick disease, and Fabry disease. The Department may screen for additional lysosomal storage disorders if certain conditions are met. The bill also mandates that infants must not be tested unless the parent or guardian consents.