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Does anyone have any experience, or evidence of using Vaseline on blood sampling sites in neonates? It has come to my recent attention that common practice on our neonatal ward involves smearing Vaseline-style applications to sites where capillary blood samples are to be obtained from. This helps to prevent blood from spilling away from the collection device. I know of evidence in blood gas analysis where the Vaseline in foetal scalp samples may affect the analysers, but I'm concerned that if laboratory samples are contaminated, then what effects may we see in lab results? I realise it is a relatively inert substance, but I would like to hear if anyone knows otherwise. Many thanks Chris Chris Bromley POCT Coordinator UHNS, Central Pathology Laboratory 01782 554670 This Email and any attachments are confidential and intended solely for the attention and use of the named addressee. Any views or opinions presented are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the University Hospital of North Staffordshire NHS Trust. If you are not the intended recipient, be advised that you have received this Email in error and that any use, printing, copying or distribution of this email is strictly prohibited. If you have received this email in error please notify the University Hospital of North Staffordshire NHS Trust IM&T Customer Service Desk on +44 (0)1782 555388. Notice: Emails are automatically scanned for viruses using Sybari Antigen Software. ------ACB discussion List Information-------- This is an open discussion list for the academic and clinical community working in clinical biochemistry. Please note, archived messages are public and can be viewed via the internet. Views expressed are those of the individual and they are responsible for all message content. ACB Web Site http://www.acb.org.uk List Archives http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/lists/ACB-CLIN-CHEM-GEN.html List Instructions (How to leave etc.) http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/