Investigation of the preanalytical process practices in primary care in Istanbul regarding the newborn screening tests

Abstract Objectives The research was conducted as a descriptive study to evaluate the practices and knowledge levels of midwives nurses in preanalytical phase newborn screening tests. Methods sample consisted 233 working 90 primary healthcare centers three major districts Istanbul. participants blood sampling were evaluated with Preanalytical Phase Evaluation Form [PPEF]. Results It determined that only 43.3% comforted baby before taking sample, 61.8% paid attention temperature heel. Furthermore, 56.2% continued fill same circle on card by squeezing heel due inadequate blood, 62.7% ensured completely soaked through front back card, 36.1% used both sides circles. Only 53.6% stored dried samples fridge. mean PPEF score 14.64 ± 3.40. There statistically significant differences scores according age, educational level, year (p<0.05). Conclusions In study, it not at good level. particular, is recommended who are younger, have lower work fewer years be supervised supported training.