A bloody stool produced by a newborn should:
A) Have an Apt test performed on it
B) Be tested with guaiac reagent
C) Be emulsified and tested for trypsin
D) Have a Clinitest performed on it

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A bloody stool in a newborn may be a sign of a gastrointestinal disorder, such as an allergy or infection. The Apt test is used to distinguish between fetal and adult hemoglobin and can help identify the source of bleeding. Therefore, it is the most appropriate test to perform in this scenario. Guaiac reagent and Clinitest are not specific tests for identifying the source of bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, and trypsin testing is not typically used to evaluate bloody stools.

A Bloody Stool Produced by a Newborn Should