Question
My baby developed jaundice three days after birth, with yellowing of the skin and eyes. What is the normal range for newborn jaundice?
Answer
Jaundice typically appears within 2-5 days after birth and usually resolves within 14 days. For full-term infants, the normal serum bilirubin level should be below 205.2μmol/L, while for premature infants, it should be below 257μmol/L. Jaundice usually subsides within 14 days of birth, but premature infants may take up to 4 weeks. However, if jaundice persists beyond the normal range or appears within 24 hours after birth, it may indicate unhealthy jaundice and further examination and treatment may be required.