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[Erythrocyte bilirubin determination (author's transl)]
Annales De Biologie Clinique
|January 1, 1979
Summary
A new method accurately measures erythrocyte bilirubin in newborns. This helps assess risks associated with high bilirubin levels and potential kernicterus in neonates.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Neonatology
- Clinical Chemistry
Context:
- Erythrocyte bilirubin is crucial in neonatal pathology.
- Rising levels indicate overbinding to plasmatic albumin.
- Accurate measurement is needed for risk assessment.
Purpose:
- To develop a simple, accurate micromethod for quantitative determination of erythrocyte bilirubin.
- To overcome interference from hemolysis.
- To establish a mean erythrocyte bilirubin/total plasmatic bilirubin ratio in newborns.
Summary:
- A colorimetric micromethod using 2-hydrazino-benzothiazol was developed for erythrocyte bilirubin determination.
- The method is simple, accurate, and removes hemolysis interference.
- A mean erythrocyte bilirubin/total plasmatic bilirubin ratio was determined for a healthy newborn population.
Impact:
- Provides a reliable tool for assessing neonatal hyperbilirubinemia.
- Aids in identifying newborns at risk for kernicterus.
- Contributes to improved neonatal care and monitoring.