The nurse assesses that a newborn's skin has a ruddy appearance, and the peripheral pulses are decreased. The nurse suspects polycythemia. Which of the following lab reports might indicate polycythemia?
A) Venous hemoglobin level higher than 26 g/dL
B) Bilirubin level of 6 mg/dL
C) Venous hemoglobin level lower than 12 g/dL
D) Blood glucose level of 44 mg/dL
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