Arch Pediat Adol Med
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Arch Pediat Adol Med · Nov 2002
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialComparison of hemolysis in blood samples collected using an automatic incision device and a manual lance.
To evaluate the magnitude of hemolysis in blood specimens collected from the heels of newborns using an automated blood collection device that uses a spring-loaded lance with blood collected using a manual lance. ⋯ Use of an automated spring-loaded lance allows for the collection of blood specimens with smaller levels of plasma hemoglobin.