Do Hospitals Test Newborn Babies for Drugs Right After Birth in Illinois? Is It a Law?
Question by Lil Bit: Do hospitals test newborn babies for drugs right after birth in Illinois? Is it a law?
I was wondering this because i have heard many conflicting stories. So if any one can find some answers it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Answer by Due 07/09/2009
Pretty sure that’s a law in all the 50 states. And should be too.
I believe the testing is done on the placenta rather than the baby.
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