Question
My baby is 15 days old, and the bilirubin level has been consistently at 6.5. Is this within the normal range?
Answer
According to available data, a bilirubin level of 6.5 at 15 days old for a full-term newborn falls within the normal range. For full-term infants, the normal bilirubin level is 12.9 mg/100 ml. For premature infants, the normal level is 15 mg/100 ml of blood. Therefore, a bilirubin level of 6.5 is considered normal. It is recommended to give the baby plenty of water and consider feeding probiotics to observe the situation. If the baby has had jaundice for some time, please consult a hospital for further examination.