Blood sample is taken on a form from the heel of a newborn infant for a PKU (Phenylketonuria) test at a California hospital.

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A blood sample is taken on a purpose-designed form from the heel of a newborn infant for a PKU (Phenylketonuria) test at a California hospital. The mandatory test -- for potential mental retardation and some life-threatening diseases) must be administered between 6 hours and 12 days of birth. MODEL RELEASE

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Size: 3414px × 5121px
Location: California USA
Photo credit: © Marmaduke St. John / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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