Demographic characteristics of study subjects1-150
| Variable | Heel stick | Venepuncture | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postnatal age (days) | 3.1 (1.1) | 2.8 (1.2) | 0.61 |
| Gender (% male) | 8 (57.2%) | 8 (61.5%) | 0.82 |
| Reason for test (% bilirubin) | 13 (93%) | 12 (97%) | 0.96 |
| Time of last feed (hours) | 1.8 (1.5) | 1.6 (1.6) | 0.79 |
| State (% awake before procedure) | 5 (35.5%) | 7 (58.3%) | 0.25 |
↵1-150 Values are mean (SD) or number (%).