The Purpose of Plotting Amniotic Fluid Bilirubin on a Liley

question 10

Multiple Choice

The purpose of plotting amniotic fluid bilirubin on a Liley graph is to:

• A) Detect possible fluid contamination
• B) Detect exposure to light
• C) Determine the optical density difference
• D) Determine further treatment

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Definitions:

Ganglial Sheaths

Protective coverings around ganglia, which are clusters of nerve cell bodies in the peripheral nervous system.

Membrane Repolarization

The process of restoring the membrane potential of a cell to its resting state after depolarization.

Neurons

The basic working unit of the brain, a specialized cell designed to transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Isotonic Saline

A solution of sodium chloride (salt) in water at a concentration that matches the salt concentration of the body cells and blood, commonly used for medical hydration and wound cleaning.