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Bilirubin 17.3

2018-05-25 17:17:58
Hi, My son is just 5 days old and he has bilirubin level 17.3 (direct .7 and indirect 16.6) .Serum(Neonatal). Could you please advise what should be done in this situation.Is this normal or we should visit hospitals.
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Phototherapy should be given

Answered2018-05-26 03:38:33

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Yes Need hospitalisation for atleast 24 hrs for phototherapy

Answered2018-05-25 19:11:36

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