Question
What is the normal range of jaundice in newborns?
Answer
Jaundice is a common condition in newborns. The normal range of jaundice is measured by serum bilirubin levels, with full-term infants not exceeding 204μmol/L (12mg/dl) and premature infants not exceeding 255μmol/L (15mg/dl). Physiological jaundice has minimal impact on the baby’s appetite and mental state, with symptoms typically resolving naturally within a month, aside from the yellowing of the skin. If a newborn shows signs of pathological jaundice, along with skin changes, they may also experience crying, restlessness, and refusal to breastfeed. In such cases, parents should immediately take their child to seek medical treatment.