Question
If a newborn’s jaundice index is only 1.1, can it sometimes not be detected? If there is jaundice, how should treatment be handled?
Answer
Newborn jaundice refers to the condition where, due to the incomplete development of the liver function during the neonatal period, bilirubin levels in the blood increase, leading to symptoms of yellowing of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclera. According to the current monitoring situation, the jaundice index has not been detected. It is recommended to check liver function for a definitive diagnosis. The accuracy of transcutaneous jaundice testing is not high, and if undetectable results are encountered, further blood tests may be needed to obtain more accurate results.