When should the gestational age of the infant be determined?
a. Within 5 to 10 minutes of delivery
b. Within 1 to 2 hours of delivery
c. Within 2 to 8 hours of delivery
d. Within 12 to 24 hours of delivery
ANS: C
The gestational age tests are done within 2 to 8 hours of delivery.
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