The Impact of Phototherapy on the Accuracy of Transcutaneous Bilirubin Measurements in Neonates: Optimal Measurement Site and Timing
Transcutaneous bilirubinometer devices are widely applied to assess neonatal hyperbilirubinemia. However, the optimal skin site and timing of transcutaneous bilirubin (TCB) measurements for the strongest correlation with total serum bilirubin (TSB) levels after phototherapy are still unclear. We con...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-09-01
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Series: | Diagnostics |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/11/9/1729 |