Question
The total bilirubin level of a 22-day-old baby is 163.15, direct bilirubin is 11.2, and indirect bilirubin is 151.95. Is this normal?
Answer
The baby’s total bilirubin level is slightly high, and it is recommended to expose the baby to more sunlight and consider oral administration of Phyllanthus emblica. If the baby is in good spirits and breastfeeding normally, there is usually no need to worry. However, if symptoms such as lack of energy and decreased appetite appear, blue light therapy should be considered.