A blood sample for measurement of bilirubin is required from a neonate receiving phototherapy. In what environment should this blood sample be drawn?

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Drawing a blood sample for bilirubin measurement while phototherapy lights are turned off is necessary to avoid the potential breakdown of bilirubin in the sample due to the light exposure, which could lead to inaccurately low bilirubin levels being reported.

A Blood Sample for Measurement of Bilirubin Is Required from a Neonate