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< 4 months old, a maternal sample is required to check for red cell antibodies If the maternal sample does not contain any red cell antibodies, then Group
These antibodies will destroy the baby’s red blood cells.
Red Cell Count
Additional data collected re ‘Red Flag’ sepsis on final data collection.
red line and mix well.
As well as red blood cells and white blood cells, the blood also contains platelets. Platelets prevent bleeding.
The antibody screen is repeated to check if the woman has any red cell antibodies which may cause HDFN.
Red cell life span
Continue to only hold the red end of the swab.
Red
NHS Choices Website: www.nhs.uk/conditions/red-eye
Description Colour coded RED Pack contains: Sterile wooden-shafted swab Use for MRSA screens only Do not use for general bacteriology samples Notes Label
Red Cell Free Protoporphyrin
This page explains how you can care for your skin to stop it from becoming red and inflamed.
Urine samples sent in red capped 30 mL sterile universal containers are also accepted
If the skin is red, sore and itchy, apply an anti-fungal* cream or powder.
Clear jelly (not red) is allowed.