Question
If a newborn has systemic jaundice and the jaundice level is measured at 260, does it require blood transfusion treatment? What are the indications for blood transfusion treatment?
Answer
Dear parents, the causes of newborn jaundice are diverse. The primary method of treating jaundice is to perform early blue light therapy to reduce bilirubin levels. If bilirubin levels are too high, blood transfusion treatment may be considered. The purpose of blood transfusion treatment is to replace the excessive bilirubin in the blood to prevent it from crossing the blood-brain barrier and entering the baby’s brain, which can lead to bilirubin encephalopathy and affect the child’s intellectual development. Therefore, whether or not blood transfusion treatment is needed should be determined based on the baby’s specific condition and the doctor’s professional assessment.