Soon after birth, a newborn has cord blood drawn which shows hemoglobin of 28.2 mg/dL. What does the healthcare professional understand about this finding?

a. The baby suffered from hypoxia in utero.
b. This is a normal finding from cord blood.
c. The newborn needs a blood transfusion.
d. The infant’s bone marrow is immature


Answer: a. The baby suffered from hypoxia in utero.

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