The state of Michigan must return or destroy dried blood samples from nine newborns or get approval from parents to keep them, according to the latest scathing opinion from a federal judge who found parts of a routine testing program unconstitutional.
“He’s set a template for millions of others whose blood samples are in thebiobank unknowingly,” Ellison told The Associated Press. “I think it’s going to force the state to change the entire program - and change it for the better.”
“The judge did a really unique thing. He changed the balance here,” Ellison said. “It’s going to highly incentivize the state to change the process so moms and dads have all the information and can make an informed choice.”The health department is “reviewing this decision and determining next steps. At this time, no changes are planned,” spokesperson Lynn Sutfin said in an email.
The department has defended the program. It notes that no blood spots are kept for research unless parents give permission, though the spots still will be stored for up to a hundred years even if permission is not granted.
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