Objective:To investigate the emergency response plan during epidemic of coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19) to carry out newborn screening for inherited metabolic diseases(IMD) safely and efficiently,so as to prevent 2019 novel coronavirus(2019-nCoV) spread and protect patients and staff. Methods:Based on the relevant regulations of National Health Commission of People’s Republic of China,guidelines and other research reports,an emergency response plan for newborn screening was proposed. Results:Newborns with suspect or confirmed COVID-19 were isolated,blood collection and recalling management were delayed until recover-ing,and telemedicine was provided. Preventive measures were taken against epidemics in the course of blood collection,transporta-tion,laboratory testing,diagnosis and treatment. Conclusion:Making an emergency response plan is a premise and guarantee to car-ry out newborn screening for IMD safely and efficiently.