Non Invasive Measurement of Coagulation in Term and Preterm Neonates

Non Invasive Measurement of Coagulation in Term and Preterm Neonates

The purpose of this study is to assess the reliability of a new non-invasive device to assess the blood coagulation status among term and preterm babies.

Coagulation abnormalities among neonates aren't common - but can be life threatening. Testing the coagulation system in small babies involves drawing significant amounts of blood (especially in premature babies). Non-invasive testing can help assess and treat term and preterm neonates at risk. Recently, a non-invasive device to assess the blood coagulation status was developed - The Thrombo-Monitor (ThM). The objective of this study is to assess the reliability of this new non-invasive device among term and preterm babies by comparing the result of the ThM reading to coagulation analysis from blood.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Newborn babies - term and preterm
• Written parental informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Congenital anomalies / chromosomal abnormalities