Comparison of meconium collection methods
| Person involved | Number of meconium samples collected | Number of sequential samples | Mean time elapsed from collection to storage of samples in minutes (SD) | Mean weight of meconium in grams (SD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwife | 21 (15.4%) | 11 | 23.76 (32.8) | 1.83 (2.38) |
| Researcher | 30 (22.1%) | 0 | 14.5 (7.5) | 2.94 (3.16) |
| Parents | 85 (62.5%) | 29 | 25.71 (31.6) | 1.93 (2.1) |