Population screening programmes
Services
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Essential elements for implementation of the family origin questionnaire (FOQ) to help assess if a person is a likely carrier for sickle cell and thalassaemia (SCT).
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Data reporting template for period 1 July to 30 September 2025, with guidance for NHS antenatal and newborn screening programmes in England.
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Use this letter to inform mothers about their carrier result, as well as invite the biological father for a blood test.
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Independent midwives and other health professionals should complete the relevant form to register with the online ordering system for newborn blood spot screening cards.
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Data collection template for the annual collection of data to measure performance against programme standards.