Babies could be screened for hundreds of conditions with one test

The number of genetic conditions newborn babies are checked for could be about to skyrocket as Australian researchers look to deliver a new, wide-ranging blood test. If you've had a baby you'll remember a midwife or nurse pricking their foot and taking a blood sample. The standard test helps early detection and treatment for dozens of conditions but researchers hope they can boost that to 600 and save even more lives. GUEST: Professor Karin Kassahn, Head of Technology Advancement at SA Pathology PRODUCER: Max Chalmers