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Jaundice counts for 6 day old

2022-04-20 14:11:30
What should be the bilrubin(Jaundice) counts for a 6 day old baby boy? I am not sure if he has jaundice as the bilrubin count i got from the test is 16.
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It depends on several other factors such as risk factors, blood type of mother and baby and many more. If no risk factors, cut off is around 20. Book an appointment to discuss further. Follow me on Instagram @pediatrician_india for more helpful tips ! Take care !

Answered2022-04-20 14:17:15

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Good evening Bilirubin level  of 16 is normal for day 6 of life If there are no risk factors, count  on day 6 is 12. Book an appointment with me for further discussion. Thank you Take care

Answered2022-04-20 14:15:11

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He definitely has jaundice. He may need phototherapy treatment. It depends on preterm or full term, mother bl group, hours of life and many other factors. Please visit a pediatrician asap

Answered2022-04-20 14:13:56

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