Because newborn screening varies from state to state, it is important to talk to your baby’s healthcare provider if the test result is inconclusive (uncertain) or if you suspect your baby may have cystic fibrosis based on other symptoms. 

Learn more about newborn screening for cystic fibrosis.
what is cystic fibrosis fact sheet
Fact sheet
Cystic fibrosis affects all racial/ethnic groups.

Many people believe that only people who are white get cystic fibrosis. But the disease can occur in anyone and sometimes gets missed in people who are Black or Hispanic or have Asian ancestry, including from China, India, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Korea, Pakistan, and Vietnam.

Read our fact sheet on cystic fibrosis.
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