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Bilirubin Testing Procedures

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What action should a technician take to maintain the integrity of a bilirubin specimen?

Obtain the specimen from the bend of the arm.
Place the specimen into a warmer immediately after collection.
Clean the puncture site with betadine.
Turn off the ultraviolet light. (correct)

Why is it important to keep bilirubin specimens away from light sources?

To facilitate faster processing time.
To maintain the specimen temperature.
To prevent degradation and preserve accuracy. (correct)
To ensure the specimen is not contaminated.

What is a recommended procedure when collecting a bilirubin specimen from a newborn?

Try to collect from the foot instead of the arm.
Use a larger needle for a quicker draw.
Warm the site for effective blood flow. (correct)
Clean the site with alcohol before puncturing.

Which factor can negatively impact the bilirubin test results?

<p>Specimen exposure to ambient light. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identifying jaundice in a newborn typically requires which laboratory assessment?

<p>Bilirubin level measurement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Bilirubin specimen collection in newborns

Collecting a blood sample to measure bilirubin levels in a newborn with jaundice to ensure accurate results.

Preventing light exposure

Protect the specimen from UV light to maintain the accuracy of the bilirubin level.

Proper puncture site cleaning

Using appropriate antiseptic to clean the puncture site to avoid contamination, promote healing, and prevent infection.

Specimen collection location

To avoid contamination, obtain the bilirubin specimen from a suitable location on the body.

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Handling specimen immediately

Proper handling involves placing the specimen into the designated container, avoiding delay to prevent degradation of the sample.