Tests and Treatments

Critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) represents a group of heart defects that cause serious, life- threatening symptoms, but are often treatable if detected early. Learn about this simple screening test that uses non-invasive pulse oximetry to measure how much oxygen is in the blood; helping to identify babies who may be affected by CCHD before they leave the hospital.

Dr. Sue Hall explains what a PICC line is and how it helps a baby to be treated in the NICU.

Dr. Vedang Londhe explains what a CPAP machine is, and how it is typically used inside the NICU.

Dr. Vedang Lodhe explains the importance of newborn screenings.

Watch this video to learn how preterm and low birth weight babies can benefit from receiving their regular vaccinations and when they can get their shots.

Dr. Susan Sward explains the purpose of a blood transfusion, as well as why a baby might need one.

Vaccination Schedule is a resource with the vaccination schedule for a child through age 6. The chart is based on information from the CDC. © March of Dimes

Tests in the NICU is a resource with descriptions of tests that a baby may have while in the NICU. © March of Dimes