Transcutaneous Bilirubinometry: Variability of TcB Measurements on the Forehead with Crying
- 9 October 1991
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Pediatrics International
- Vol. 33 (5) , 655-657
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1442-200x.1991.tb01881.x
Abstract
We studied the effect of crying and facial expression on TcB readings at the forehead in 38 high-risk full-term newborn infants. Our study showed that crying and facial expression were significant factors affecting the TcB readings at the forehead. We recommend that TcB readings at the forehead should be obtained in a quiet condition.Keywords
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