A Blood Sample for Measurement of Bilirubin Is Required from a Newborn

question 62

Multiple Choice

A blood sample for measurement of bilirubin is required from a newborn receiving phototherapy. In what environment should this blood sample be drawn?

• A) While phototherapy lights are turned off
• B) While newborn remains under phototherapy lights
• C) When newborn is covered with a blanket
• D) When newborn has been off phototherapy for 30 to 60 minutes