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Macroscopic changes in arterial blood color before and after treatment. (A) Arterial blood sample obtained before treatment showing a characteristic chocolate-brown discoloration, consistent with elevated methemoglobin levels. (B) Arterial blood sample obtained after methylene blue administration demonstrating restoration of normal bright red color, indicating improvement in hemoglobin oxygen-carrying capacity.
