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A positive direct Coombs test result; Higher-than-normal levels of bilirubin in the baby's cord blood; Signs of red blood cell destruction in the infant's blood;
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical examination includes: Inspection (looking at the body; Palpation (feeling the body with ha...
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The health status of populations and of individuals is assessed for many reasons. Assessing needs for care helps guide the allocation of resources— diagnostic assessments guide treatment, prognostic assessments contribute to planning, and assessin...
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The fetal cell screen is a procedure performed during pregnancy whereby blood is drawn from the mother and examined for the presence of fetal cells.
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