Neonatal Screening Test (Oreana)
Results ready within 3-4 weeks
UKAS accredited laboratory, ISO 15189.
How it works
Your testing journey
From order to results in four simple steps. Full transparency on where each step happens and what it costs.
Receive your kit by post
Dispatched same working day if ordered before 3pm. Royal Mail Tracked delivery, typically 1–3 working days. 90% of kits arrive within 24 hours.
Collect at home
Everything you need is in the kit. Collect your sample in the privacy of your own home — no appointment needed, no clinic visit.
Included in kit price
Saliva sample at home
Spit into the collection tube until the liquid reaches the indicated line. Seal and post back. About 5 minutes of gentle spitting.
Return by prepaid envelope
Seal your sample in the biohazard bag provided and drop it in any Royal Mail postbox using the prepaid Tracked 24 envelope. Post Monday–Thursday for best results.
Give your newborn the best possible start with comprehensive genetic screening. Oreana Neonatal Screening can identify infants affected by treatable or manageable diseases soon after birth—before symptoms even appear. Early detection means early intervention, which can prevent irreversible damage and significantly improve your baby's quality of life.
While national newborn screening programmes are valuable, they vary widely across countries—some test for just 2 conditions, others for over 35. Oreana screens for 106 conditions, giving you a much more complete picture of your baby's health. Many of these conditions have complex symptoms that can take months or years to diagnose otherwise.
The test uses a simple, painless cheek swab—no needles, no blood, no discomfort for your baby. It can also be used to help identify genetic diseases in infants or children who are showing unexplained symptoms.
Why Choose Oreana?
- Screens for 106 conditions – Far more comprehensive than most national screening programmes
- Simple cheek swab – Painless collection, no needles, no blood
- Detect before symptoms appear – Enables early intervention and better outcomes
- Treatable and manageable conditions – All conditions screened have treatment or management options
- Results in 2–3 weeks – From sample arrival at the laboratory
- Also helps diagnose symptomatic children – Can identify genetic causes of unexplained symptoms
Why Screen Beyond the NHS Programme?
National newborn screening programmes offer great benefits, but they're limited by regulations, healthcare budgets, and available technology. The number of conditions tested varies hugely—from just 2 disorders to over 35 depending on the country.
With Oreana, you can screen for 106 treatable or manageable conditions that might not be included in your national programme. Early detection before symptoms appear gives you the opportunity to start treatment or management early, potentially preventing irreversible damage to your baby's health and development.
Results are available within 2–3 weeks from the sample arriving at the laboratory. Please allow up to 4 weeks to receive your results from the date of purchase.
How It Works
We'll send you a collection kit with buccal swabs (cheek swabs), simple instructions, and a prepaid return envelope. Gently swab the inside of your baby's cheek—it's completely painless and takes less than a minute. No needles, no blood, no discomfort.
Your kit includes: Buccal swab collection materials, step-by-step instructions, consent form, and prepaid return envelope.
Who Is This For?
- Parents who want comprehensive screening beyond the national newborn programme
- Newborns, infants, or young children with unexplained symptoms
- Families with a history of genetic conditions
- Parents who want peace of mind about their baby's health
- Healthcare professionals investigating developmental concerns
Oreana screens for 106 treatable or manageable conditions across multiple categories. All conditions tested have moderate to severe effects if left undetected, but can be managed or treated with early intervention.
Metabolic Disorders
Endocrine Disorders
Haematological Disorders
Immunodeficiency Disorders
Other Conditions
Good to Know
Oreana is a screening test that identifies genetic variants associated with treatable or manageable conditions. A positive screening result indicates an increased likelihood of a condition and may require confirmatory diagnostic testing.
This screening complements but does not replace your national newborn screening programme. If your baby has already been screened through the NHS or another national programme, Oreana provides additional coverage for conditions not included in that programme.
We recommend discussing your results with your baby's paediatrician, GP, or a genetic counsellor. They can help you understand what the results mean and guide you on any next steps.
Sample Collection: Saliva sample collected at home from the newborn.
No Fasting Required.
Results Timing: 3-4 weeks.
Timing: Can be performed from birth. Results complement but do not replace the NHS newborn blood spot screening.
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